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Love, seen as the biggest threat to Enable in Sundays Qatar Prix de LArc de Triomphe, will not run because of the increasingly testing ground at Longchamp.
Jos Buttler has backed Moeen Ali to rediscover the bowling form that helped England win 3-0 in Sri Lanka two years ago - and believes he could team up once more with fellow cast-off Adil Rashid.
Bayern have a long-held affection for the England winger, having previously tried to sign him in the 2019 summer and winter windows, but they may now finally get their man on a season-long loan.
Jos Buttler has backed Moeen Ali to rediscover the bowling form that helped England win 3-0 in Sri Lanka two years ago - and believes he could team up once more with fellow cast-off Adil Rashid.
The Manchester United midfielder was unavailable for the matches against Croatia and Sweden in September but has been back in Premier League action after recovering from the virus.
LAWRENCE BOOTH AT THE KIA OVAL By the time Jacks, who previously boasted a career record of six T20 wickets in 33 matches, had finished his spell of four for 15, Kent were 54 for four.
Amid the vast transfer sums that Manchester City continue to spend, theres a quiet academy recruitment revolution unraveling behind the scenes at the Etihad Stadium.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is expected to make significant changes for Thursdays Carabao Cup clash with Arsenal but hates the perception certain games matter more to him than others
Israel Adesanya is undergoing tests on his swollen and painful right pectoral muscle. He has had the problem for eight weeks but put off going to get checked out until after UFC 253.
Its fair to say 2020 has been memorable for all the wrong reasons, but on Thursday night a tiny team from the Faroe Islands can secure a success the likes of which the country has never seen before.
Born in 1996, the left back grew up watching Lampard star for Chelsea and England but admitted he never imagined that he would one day play under the legendary midfielder.
Eden Hazards time at Real Madrid has been plagued by injury and his latest setback may cause him to miss the teams grudge match with Barcelona later this month.
Many adjectives have probably been aimed at Phil Parkinson during his managerial career but the Sunderland boss has likely rarely encountered two that were thrown his way on Thursday afternoon.
Find out the Champions League group stage draw results by following Sportsmails coverage with NATHAN SALT as we discover the fates of English and European top-flight clubs.
Big Sam only managed one game in charge of the Three Lions before the investigation was brought to light by the Telegraph. The FA stated he had been inappropriate and relieved him of his duties.
Liverpool and Arsenal will heavily rotate for the Carabao Cup clash at Anfield and give a chance to the back-up brigade to impress. Which side has greater strength in depth?
Big Sam only managed one game in charge of the Three Lions before the investigation was brought to light by the Telegraph. The FA stated he had been inappropriate and relieved him of his duties.
Taking things in his stride, Gareth Southgate has hit back at Jose Mourinhos words regarding the national teams treatment of captain Harry Kane, causing a rather interesting public clash.
Following on from a limited attendance at the UEFA Super Cup final showdown between Bayern Munich and Sevilla in Budapest, Hungary, measures are being taken to get fans back among the action.
Southgate has named an extended 30 man squad for the games against Wales, Belgium and Denmark amid fatigue concerns for a number of players at the start of the new season.
The self-styled Gypsy King has been training throughout lockdown in preparation to face Wilder for a third time, but the fight has been repeatedly pushed back.
Benfica accepted an offer from Huddersfield for the 22 year-old winger but they have been unable to finalise his personal terms. Willock spent the second half of last season on loan at Huddersfield.
Liverpool are backing young starlets Neco Williams and Curtis Jones to deliver on the champions right flank, rather than splash the cash for new talent in the transfer market.
Jose Mourinho is looking to add to his squad before the transfer window shuts on October 5 and has been heavily linked with a move for the highly rated centre back, but has not made an offer.
Red-hot Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been backed by TV pundit Jamie Carragher for a call up to Gareth Southgates England squad. Calvert-Lewin has already scored two hat-tricks this season.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA There was a pre-match swipe at the authorities, another high-profile player axing, a touchline row, a dramatic tunnel dash and an unlikely turnaround he inspired at half-time.
The Ronald Koeman revolution at Barcelona has begun with the Dutchman making his first signing since becoming manager in the form of Sergino Dest.
After earmarking Andrej Kramaric as a back up for Robert Lewandowski, Bayern Munich have been firmly knocked back by Hoffenheim, who will demand £37m for their star striker.
Autumn may be officially upon us, but unlike the weather the delayed summer transfer window is set to heat up this week as clubs up and down the country rush to complete their business.
Were just three weeks away from the return of the Champions League and fans are about to find out which teams they will be facing when footballs elite club competition kicks off across the continent.
Diego Maradona has slammed his critics after he took wearing a face visor to a new extreme in a bid to protect himself from contracting coronavirus during Gimnasias friendly at San Lorenzo.
Manu Tuilagi will be a huge miss for both Sale and England. Eddie Jones powerhouse centre is going to be out of action having torn his Achilles in yet another setback of his injury-plagued career.
The retired boxing legend has no intentions of returning to the ring to take on todays elite fighters even for a £115m pay day but admitted hed be up for facing Khabib or McGregor for the right price.
The positive test for the Class A drug came at a July screening at a race meeting in France, and The Sun report that the 25-year-old has been providing hair samples to the French authorities.
As seems to be the case with all UEFA draws, its not quite as simple as names out of a hat, but Sportsmail is here to guide you through the confusion, taking a look at the best and worst-case scenarios.
Bale is still awaiting his first game for Jose Mourinhos side after rejoining the club last month but he has stepped up his rehab after picking up a knee injury playing for Wales.
As Old Trafford officials weigh up alternatives to Jadon Sancho, the club have been linked with Ousmane Dembele, while United were reportedly ready to open talks with Douglas Costa.
Chelseas Matt Miazga has agreed terms with Vincent Kompanys Anderlecht after overcoming a pre-season injury. It will be his fourth loan move after spells with Vitesse, Nantes and Reading
Just as the Premier League was getting into full swing, we pause for another round of international fixtures. But who should Gareth Southgate be picking on early season form?
Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 win at home to Real Valladolid on Wednesday night thanks to substitute Vinicius Jrs second half strike but Zidane raised eyebrows by picking a 4-4-2 diamond set-up.
Donovan was heard telling his opposite number we have to get this out of our game. His team returned to the pitch for the second half but only to take a knee before walking off.
Autumn may be officially upon us, but unlike the weather the delayed summer transfer window is set to heat up this week as clubs up and down the country rush to complete their business.
Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 win at home to Real Valladolid on Wednesday night thanks to substitute Vinicius Jrs second half strike but Zidane raised eyebrows by picking a 4-4-2 diamond set-up.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has backed new defender Ruben Dias to be a key player for the club for the next six or seven years. The Portugual defender has signed a six-year deal from Benfica.
Manchester United are on the cusp of letting Chris Smalling re-join Roma on a permanent deal after a breakthrough in talks on Wednesday night.
Trilogy clash with Fury is likely to happen early next year and Mayweather insists he can turn Wilder - who is already trained by long-time coach Jay Deas - into a much better fighter for the third instalment.
The Filipino great, 41, is in discussions to return to the ring against retired UFC star McGregor in the Middle East for next year and a deal is close to being agreed.
Ever since Justin Gaethje dismantled Tony Ferguson for the interim lightweight title, there was massive anticipation for his showdown with Khabib Nurmagomedov, more so with the first trailer.
Manager David Moyes is keen to strengthen his squad but with a limited budget is mindful of wasting money afforded to him. He is prepared to hold fire on major signings until January if needed.
After a miserable finish to last season, Everton have won their first five games of the new campaign and sit third in the table. Sportsmail examines how Carlo Ancelotti has turned things around.
The Dutchman started just his second game in all competitions against the Seagulls but he has struggled to find his way into the line-up in the Premier League since joining from Ajax for £40m.
Eddie Hearn revealed an angry Dereck Chisora had come at him on multiple occasions and when asked for his reaction the Matchroom promoter simply said that he s himself.
The Heat got a 13-point leg up in the first quarter but the lead was shortlived, as the Lakers drained 11 three-pointers to complete a 30-point turnaround and close out the first half.
Coady has become a mainstay at the back under manager Nuno Espirito Santo, impressing in defence last season as the team finished seventh, narrowly missing out on a place in Europe.
After a miserable finish to last season, Everton have won their first five games of the new campaign and sit third in the table. Sportsmail examines how Carlo Ancelotti has turned things around.
Hazard came under fire for reportedly arriving back at pre-season out of shape, but was making progress and was tipped to feature against Real Valladolid before picking up a leg muscle injury in training.
The Dutchman started just his second game in all competitions against the Seagulls but he has struggled to find his way into the line-up in the Premier League since joining from Ajax for £40m.
The Old Trafford club still harbour hopes of finalising a deal for Sancho before the transfer window slams shut, however Dortmund have remained steadfast in their valuation of £108million.
The Blues are unwilling to enter talks unless the Germany defender signs a 12-month extension to his current contract, which has 18 months left to run.
Joshua Kimmich exhibited some world-class improvisation to score the goal that saw Bayern Munich triumph over Borussia Dortmund to claim the German Super Cup.
A limited number of supporters had been set to return to Premier League grounds this weekend but the Government scrapped those plans following a rise in coronavirus cases.
MIKE DICKSON IN PARIS Evans was involved in an angry confrontation on Wednesday night during a first round French Open doubles match which saw tempers boil over.
The visitors ran out 3-0 winners as the 32-year-old Mata laid on Scott McTominays header before tucking away his 50th goal for the club, with Paul Pogbas deflected free-kick wrapping up the victory.
According to The Sun two players among the England team in Tom Davis and Chunkz were left devastated after being fat shamed by Tyldesley during his commentary of the game.
Manchester Uniteds transfer dreams certainly havent gone to plan this summer as they continue to stumble in their pursuit of England star Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund .
Carlo Ancelotti heaped praise on Dominic Calvert-Lewis after he opened the scoring against West Ham in the 11th minute of the game, before finding the next again in the 78th and 84th minute.
City slumped to a 5-2 loss at Leicester on Sunday - the first time a Guardiola side has conceded five goals in the Spaniards glittering managerial career - but it was a different story at Turf Moor.
Uniteds transfer dreams certainly havent gone to plan for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer this summer as they continue to stumble in their pursuit of England star Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.
Andy Cole and Darren Fletcher heaped praise on Dean Henderson after he executed an outstanding one-handed save to deny Leandro Trossard and preserve his second clean sheet for as they won 3-0.
Pep Guardiola is hoping to add a left back to his ranks before Mondays transfer deadline, a move dependent on whether Aleks Zinchenko leaves the Etihad Stadium.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Thursdays meetings at Ffos Las, Chelmsford City, Salisbury and Warwick.
Gareth Southgate will name his latest England squad on Thursday evening as Tottenham prepare to face Maccabi Haifa in their third game in five days.
MARTIN SAMUEL - COMMENT Mike Riley was busy briefing on Wednesday to explain a rule that just about everyone understood until referees got involved.
Aidan OBrien-trained Derby winner Serpentine has been added to the line-up for Sundays Qatar Prix de LArc de Triomphe after a 72,000 euro supplementary entry fee was paid.
EXCLUSIVE Sportsmail has learned that a previous meeting between the Premier League and EFL took place on Tuesday without a resolution being reached.
Despite his recent lack of playing time in Madrid, Bale has usually shone on international duty, and Giggs is confident that more regular football will make the 31-year-old even more dangerous.
Managers, captains, players and referees were united in dismay over the decision to award Newcastle a spot-kick after Eric Dier was adjudged to have handled despite having his back to play.
Liverpools senior players including Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Andrew Robertson have offered young full-back Neco Williams their full support after he was a target for online abuse.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN The winger has struggled for goals over his last two seasons and so for all his youthful brilliance Zidane has overlooked him for big games including last seasons Man City defeat.
Gareth Southgate usually selects a squad of 23 but he is expected to name an extended squad on Thursday to ensure he can rotate players during this months international triple header.
SPECIAL REPORT - DAVID JONES Watching the fans of Lewes FC queue dutifully to have their temperature checked at the gate, chairman Stuart Fuller allowed himself a brief smile.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY RIATH AL-SAMARRAI Rowden believes he can win a medal at the Tokyo Olympics as the leading male in a revived British middle-distance scene.
Eliud Kipchoge is adamant Nikes game-changing marathon shoe is not a breach of the spirit of sport ahead of Sundays London Marathon.
Steve Bruce says he does not send out his Newcastle United team to play badly, and of course he doesnt. But there is little evidence of what they are trying to achieve after another fortuitous night.
MIKE DICKSON IN PARIS Heather Watson drew a stinging response from the boss of British tennis on Wednesday after her outspoken comments in the wake of GBs French Open singles wipeout.
The Spaniard who cost an eye-watering £72m when he joined from Athletic Bilbao in 2018, has been relegated to the substitutes bench following a series of high-profile errors.
Evertons number nine is riding the crest of a wave and his brilliant start to the season resulted in a second hat-trick that has propelled his team to within two games of Wembley.
SAMI MOKBEL AT THE AMEX STADIUM This wasnt quite as heart-stopping or insane as Saturdays clash between these two teams but Man United will be perfectly comfortable with that.
Bayerns ruthless streak continued as Joshua Kimmich popped up to score a fortunate 82nd minute winner to hand Bayern their second trophy of the season.
Raheem Sterling found the net twice for Manchester City against Burnley as they look to win the Carabao Cup for the fourth-successive year.
Bristol duly set up a Super Sunday grandstand finish to the Premiership season by mauling a raw Tigers line-up at Ashton Gate to keep themselves in the title hunt.
Both Neymar and Alvaro Gonzalez have been cleared of any wrongdoing by French football authorities after their chaotic end to the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille.
Vinicius is 6ft 3ins tall but quick and mobile enough to play on the left wing as well as centre forward. He is seen as quality cover for Harry Kane and has an impressive goalscoring record.
Fifth seed Bertens and qualifier Errani, a former finalist at Roland Garros, played a wild match before the Dutchwoman finally prevailed 7-6 (5) 3-6 9-7 after three hours and 11 minutes.
Newcastle survived a scare at League Two Newport County to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals. The visitors scored an 87th minute equaliser before winning on penalties.
Courtney Lawes looks set to miss Englands autumn Tests as his ankle injury requires specialist attention, as fears over Manu Tuilagi grew last night.
The 12-time French Open champion said before the tournament that he expected this Roland Garros to be his biggest challenge because of the slow conditions and heavy balls.
Inter Milan enjoyed a high-scoring victory of 5-2 against Benevento in their second game of the 2020-2021 campaign. While Romelu Lukaku managed to bag himself two goals.
The Carabao Cup fourth round action continues on Wednesday as Manchester United hope to be among the teams booking a quarter-final place. Follow the action live here.
Lucas Paqueta agreed terms with Lyon on Tuesday and successfully completed his medical at the club on Wednesday before putting pen to paper in the evening.
In the latest set of allegations against the organisation, Amy Tinkler has detailed how she was reduced to tears as a 17 after being copied into an email conversation about her physical conditioning.
Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani wants the club to be challenging the Premier Leagues top six within five years. Summer signings have caught the eye but have also allowed continuity.
Ben Godfrey impressed in Norwichs back line last season despite their dismal campaign in the Premier League. Consequently, he has been offered a £26million deal to sign with Everton.
Begbies Traynor confirmed a substantial deposit has been handed over, while the bid also includes a payment to creditors which means the Latics avoid a 15-point penalty in the ongoing campaign.
Spurs are desperate to add depth to an attack that features only one senior striker in the England captain, especially ahead of a campaign that could see fixture congestion domestically and abroad.
Following his dominant win, Adesanya made a series of lewd comments in the direction of his rivals corner but he was much more relaxed when speaking on the Ariel Helwasni MMA Show.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hopes his squad will head back to Anfield on Thursday believing they can again give Liverpool plenty to think about.
World Cup winner Alonso played for Bayern between 2014 and 2017 and club boss Rummenigge revealed he still keeps in contact with the 38-year-old Spaniard.
Jadon Sancho has called on his advisors to pull out all the stops in order to finalise a deal with Man United. However, there is currently a stand off between the two clubs over the transfer fee.
The Benfica boss, who is known to be a straight-talker, made the not-so-subtle dig as Dias made a tearful farewell to his team-mates following his final game for the club on Sunday.
The Red Devils have endured an extremely frustrating summer so far, only signing Donny van de Beek for £40million from Ajax as they continue to stumble in their pursuit of Jadon Sancho.
The duos ongoing back and fourth escalated once again at the weekend after Adesanya emphatically defended his middleweight title against Paulo Costa at UFC 253.
Bale did the damage during the last international window and has not been included in the squad for the friendly at Wembley on October 8, or the Nations League games against Ireland and Bulgaria.
Sportsmail takes a look at each of the 20 top-flight teams, which positions they need to strengthen to achieve their aims this season and which players theyre likely to get in before Mondays deadline.
Messi tried to leave Barca during the summer after a number of high profile fall-outs with board members and president Josep Bartomeu, but the club managed to block a move with the help of LaLiga.
Englands top cricketers begin their new central contracts on Thursday still to discover the size of the pay cuts they know they must take to ease the sports Covid-19 crisis.
SIMON JONES The 24-year-old was at Carrington on Wednesday morning to say his farewells ahead of leaving on an initial loan with view to making the move permanent for £24.5million.
The major leagues across Europe are in full swing by now, but this week the make up of the continental competitions will also be decided. Sportsmail guide you through everything you need to know.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN If United sign Dembele, theyll be acquiring a player whose speed and two-footed talent make him unplayable at his best. But it would also be a massive gamble.
Lookman will join the Cottagers on an initial loan deal for a fee of around £2million and has sealed a return to the Premier League following his £22.5m move from Everton to Germany last summer.
Telles is on Uniteds list of defensive targets as they look to strengthen before the transfer window shuts on Monday night, but it appears they are not even close to agreeing a deal with Porto.
While the difference of opinion was initially focused on what Wilander had said it soon turned personal with the two men citing each others intellect as they went back and forth on Twitter.
The Belgian star has endured a nightmare year at the Bernabeu, failing to settle into the squad as he scored just once last campaign before an ankle injury ruled him out for a huge chunk of the season.
Alli was left out of the Tottenham squads for the recent matches against Southampton and Newcastle United in the Premier League, then Tuesday nights Carabao Cup game with Chelsea.
Tottenham star Son picked up a hamstring injury in last weekends draw with Newcastle and Mourinho previously said he would not be fit until after the international break.
Frank Lampard is looking to offload players who are surplus to requirements and the 26-year-old has not featured for the Blues since 2018 after loan spells at AC Milan and Monaco.
Mourinho said on Wednesday that Bale should be fit in just over two weeks time after the international break and the Spurs manager added that he will not go away with Wales next week.
Heading into the first week of the season, and having smashed through the £200million mark in the transfer window, all eyes were on Chelsea to see what they could do. But its not been plain sailing...
Liverpool assistant boss Pepijn Lijnders confirmed Jordan Henderson, Joel Matip and Kostas Tsimikas will not feature in Thursday nights game after failing to overcome their injuries in time.
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard claims his side will show no fear against Galatasaray but insists the Turkish giants are favourites to progress from Thursdays Europa League play-off showdown.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY Roma have been pursuing a centre back all summer and Smalling, 30, remains their number one target, following his successful loan spell at the club last season.
The midfielder has not played a game for the Blues in the last two seasons and endured two miserable loan spells with Burnley and Aston Villa last season, playing six times across both spells.
According to Bild, the European champions could offer Lemar a temporary escape from his Atletico nightmare but the Spanish side would rather move the Frenchman on permanently.
It was his fashion choices that caused a stir online and Erik Lamela had to put the record straight after the win against Chelsea as to why he was showing off an eight-year old boot on his right foot.
Heading into the first week of the season, and having smashed through the £200million mark in the transfer window, all eyes were on Chelsea to see what they could do. But its not been plain sailing...
Serena Williams has withdrawn from the French Open before her second round clash, due to an achilles injury. The 23-major winner made the announcement in a press conference on Wednesday.
Were just three weeks away from the return of the Champions League and fans are about to find out which teams they will be facing when footballs elite club competition kicks off across the continent.
The non-league club were cruising to a resounding victory after Jake Chambers Shaw scored a hat-trick and set up the other two goals for Cemal Ramadan and Ollie Hughes.
Spurs made light of their gruelling schedule by beating Frank Lampards men 5-4 on penalties after the match ended 1-1 after 90 minutes in north London.
Serena Williams has withdrawn from the French Open before her second round clash, due to an achilles injury.The 23-major winner made the announcement in a press conference on
Frank Lampard played Barkley 31 times in all competitions last season but following the signings of Kai Havertz and Hakim Ziyech this summer, the Blues boss has decided to let Barkley leave the club.
Massimo Taibis name has become synonymous with the infamous howler for Manchester United against Southampton but he insists the criticism was deeply unfair. He says the club wanted him to stay.
The Spanish press are dubbing his return to Reals matchday squad for their clash with Real Valladolid as his second try after Hazard spent most of his debut season at the club out injured.
The Argentinian has joined the Portuguese outfit in a £13million deal after helping the Sky Blues to a hugely successful period as he won seven trophies during his time at the club.
The future of the National League, the National League North and the National League South - had been in serious doubt after plans to allow spectators into grounds were shelved last week.
The Spanish press are dubbing his return to Reals matchday squad for their clash with Real Valladolid as his second try after Hazard spent most of his debut season at the club out injured.
Brighton staged a successful pilot in August as a scheduled limited reopening of stadia loomed, but a delay has since been ordered by the Government following a surge in Covid-19 cases.
Aston Villa have completed the signing of Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley on a season-long-loan deal this morning. More to follow...
LeBron James Lakers will take on the Kings former side in the Miami Heat and while those from LA go into the seven-game series as heavy favourites, the underdog Heat have relished being written off.
Fury, at 32, is 14 months older than AJ but with the pair on a collision course to decide the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, Joshua decided to put both of their careers in perspective this week.
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has refused to deny rumours Manchester United target Luka Jovic is set for a loan exit, insisting Until the fifth [of October], the market is open. We will see.
Despite the arrival of the Portuguese defender from Benfica, it appears the club had a template set up for the Koulibaly signing instead, and forgot to change a section at the bottom of the article.
Aarons has taken these transfer links with some of Europes elite clubs in his stride over recent days. But his remarkable maturity for a 20-year-old has never been in any question at Norwich.
Aarons has taken these transfer links with some of Europes elite clubs in his stride over recent days. But his remarkable maturity for a 20-year-old has never been in any question at Norwich.
Conor McGregors crusade agains the UFC for refusing him fights has continued with an appeal to Disney CEO Bob Chapek. Disney own ESPN who are the UFCs broadcast partners.
Mendy was handed his first start in the fourth-round Carabao Cup tie after completing a £22million move from Rennes last week and produced a fine stop from Sergio Reguilon.
The humiliating moment has caused fury in Costas camp and the fighter took to Instagram to insist on a rematch so he could exact his revenge. Adesanya is human trash, Costa wrote on his social media page.
The Blues defender was savaged by his manager in front of the rest of the squad after returning to the team bus following his half-time substitution during their 3-3 on Saturday.
Despite the arrival of the Portuguese defender from Benfica, it appears the club had a template set up for the Koulibaly signing instead, and forgot to change a section at the bottom of the article.
Barca are now on the verge of landing the highly-rated 19-year-old American right back Dest, who burst onto the scene at Ajax last season - he will likely undergo his medical on Wednesday morning.
Gary Neville, who played for United between 1992 and 2011, insists this is the easiest transfer market in Premier League history to get deals done and yet Manchester United are still being caught cold.
The humiliating moment has caused fury in Costas camp and the fighter took to Instagram to insist on a rematch so he could exact his revenge. Adesanya is human trash, Costa wrote on his social media page.
Werner has impressed since his summer arrival from RB Leipzig and was expected to be one of the Blues first five penalty takers on Tuesday night. Instead, the German was nowhere to be seen.
The 29-year-old was absent for Liverpools 3-1 victory on Monday night and Jurgen Klopp was coy over the problem that kept him out, only saying that hell be back after the international break.
Some initially believed that the 26-year-old had simply been substituted by Mourinho, but that was quickly put to bed when the Portuguese boss ran after him shouting his name.
Scott Parkers side have struggled at the start of their Premier League return and have conceded at least three goals in all of their opening three top-flight matches.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA AT TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM A touchline spat between Jose Mourinho and Frank Lampard was one of the main first-half talking points.
The duos ongoing feud escalated once again at the weekend after Adesanya claimed he wanted to f up Jones following his emphatic title defence against Paulo Costa at UFC 253.
Werner has impressed since his summer arrival from RB Leipzig and was expected to be one of the Blues first five penalty takers on Tuesday night. Instead, the German was nowhere to be seen.
Donny van de Beek has made just two short appearances in the Premier League for Manchester United, both from the bench, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tries to figure out his role.
Recently-relegated Bournemouth are willing to sell for a cut-price £10million as they battle against the financial implications of the coronavirus in the second division of English football.
Werner has impressed since his summer arrival from RB Leipzig and was expected to be one of the Blues first five penalty takers on Tuesday night. Instead, the German was nowhere to be seen.
The report in The Times adds that many senior figures at the All England Club share the view of two-time champion Andy Murray, who has recently called for Wimbledon to take place.
The 22-year old Serbia international has emerged as the latest target for West Ham as David Moyes looks to strengthen his defence before the transfer deadline.
Sead Kolasinac has fallen down the pecking order under Mikel Arteta, with Kieran Tierney impressively nailing down the first-choice spot while Ainsley Maitland-Niles can also fill in on the left flank.
Manager Carlo Ancelotti is still hoping to land a defender before the transfer window closes next Monday and according to Le10Sport, he is homing in on Todibo.
The Telegraph claim Manchester United are hoping that left-back Alex Telles determination to move to Old Trafford will encourage Porto to lower their demands, which include a £18m fee.
Donny van de Beek has made just two short appearances in the Premier League for Manchester United, both from the bench, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tries to figure out his role.
Messi was embroiled in a transfer saga with the Catalan club this summer as the 33-year-old sought to trigger a clause in his contract that would allow him to walk away for free.
Tottenham dug deep to fight back from a goal down and overcome Chelsea on penalties, with Hugo Lloris brilliantly saving the decisive kick from Mason Mount.
Timo Werner had put Chelsea ahead with his first goal for the club in the 19th minute but Tottenham equalised with seven minutes remaining through Erik Lamela, after a mix-up at the back.
Gray has less than a year remaining on his contract and has yet to feature in the Premier League this season, with his only action a 90-minute outing in Leicesters 2-0 defeat by Arsenal last week.
Some initially believed that the 26-year-old had simply been substituted by Mourinho, but that was quickly put to bed when the Portuguese boss ran after him shouting his name.
The Government have banned teams in the top six tiers from hosting supporters, and their fans also are not allowed to go to away games against lower-league opponents in FA Cup qualifiers.
Liverpools strategy under Jurgen Klopp reveals itself in a new Opta metric which shows the average possession sequence start line the place on the field of play where sequences of possession begin.
Bairstow was among the 10 players to receive a Test contract 12 months ago, but has featured just once for his country in the longest format since then and will drop down to an ECB white-ball deal.
EXCLUSIVE Sportsmail has learned that returning to the twice-weekly testing has been discussed informally by clubs due to fears that a seven-day gap between tests could lead to the virus spreading.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN A document seen by Sportsmail was circulated to each top-flight side by the league. It advised that training sessions and matches can now be played indoors.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL Tony Khan took to social media to apologise for Fulhams performance, but Scott Parker has branded the owners words as unhelpful to the team.
Telecaster looked assured to have his favoured soft conditions in Paris after a further 3.5 millimetres of rain overnight with the Longchamp ground described as very soft.
Phil Foden, 20, and Mason Greenwood, 18, were sent home in disgrace after footage emerged of them with two women in the team hotel despite strict quarantine rules.
EXCLUSIVE The Indoor Grand Prix has typically been billed as the worlds leading indoor meet and played out to a sell-out crowd when it was held in Glasgow last February.
The trophy, presented to the winners of the FA Cup between 1896 and 1910, was sold at Bonhams in London on Tuesday. It reportedly cost just £25 to make but was expected to fetch up to £900,000.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY CRAIG HOPE The Don Bradman of umpiring, as Mike Atherton cast him this summer, is considering the most obvious question - why is he so good?
Tottenham Hotspur booked a spot in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup after seeing off London rivals Chelsea 5-4 on penalties at White Hart Lane,
Each week throughout the season, Sportsmail will bring you a Power Rankings table, listing the top-10 hottest players in the Premier League. Sportsmail ranks players in gameweek three.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Wednesdays meetings at Nottingham, Kempton, Bangor-on-Dee, and Huntingdon.
Mourinho also pinched his hands repeatedly, indicating Lampard was talking too much as tempers flared. The Chelsea manager bit back but, in the main, smiled it off.
Ruben Dias is an aerial presence, is vocal with team-mates, a leader for those around him and alongside Aymeric Laporte will form the first-choice pairing from here on in for Manchester City.
Manchester United are believed to have held discussions with intermediaries involved in the deal on Tuesday and are still refusing to meet Dortmunds demand for £108m.
The Frenchman is due to arrive in England on Wednesday for his medical before signing a five year contract. Bayern have also negotiated a buy-back clause as part of the transfer.
Ruben Dias is in line to make his debut over the coming week after undergoing a medical before signing a six-year contract. Nicolas Otamendi has moved to Benfica for £13.7m as part of the deal.
Traore, who was born near Barcelona to Malian parents, has yet to make a senior appearance for either country and has been named in Malis squad for next months friendlies.
MIKE DICKSON IN PARIS Controversy flared on the main court of Roland Garros on Tuesday, but although Novak Djokovic was on the schedule there, he had nothing to do it.
Ahead of Uniteds return to the Amex to play Brighton in the Carabao Cup, Solskjaer couldnt resist a reference to Spurs reaching a fourth round clash with Chelsea on Tuesday night.
MIKE DICKSON IN PARIS A quarter of a billion pounds has flowed into the coffers of British tennis from Wimbledon alone in the past seven years, and yet we still get weeks like this.
Elliott, the head of the FAs inclusion advisory board, provided an encouraging update on his revolutionary Football Leadership Diversity Code, which is due to be launched next month.
Sale Sharks enjoyed a comfortable 34-14 victory over Northampton Saints on Tuesday but injuries to England duo Manu Tuilagi and Courtney Lawes overshadowed the visitors win.
Fulhams return to the Premier League is quickly turning sour after a third straight defeat. Time is running out to bring in the defensive reinforcements they desperately need.
Premier League referees have been told to show greater leniency with the new handball rule after an intensifying backlash against decisions given over the weekend.
There has been a proliferation of penalties awarded even though the player clearly had no intention to handle the ball, sparking a chorus of criticism led by Roy Hodgson and Steve Bruce.
During an Instagram Live interview with blogger Mandela, Shakila claimed she had been paid for sex by several Kenyan celebrities, including Khaligraph Jones and Wanyama.
Essex will be making sure to improve the cultural education of its players, but the clubs statement immediately following the incident stopped short of apologising.
St Etienne had been reluctant to part with the highly-rated 19-year-old. However, he informed the club that he wanted to join Leicester, so the French side have started looking for replacements.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side have been in hot pursuit of Sancho all summer but Borussia Dortmund have stood extremely firm over their £108million valuation of the winger.
Liverpool have confirmed that Thiago Alcantara has tested positive for coronavirus and is isolating. The 29-year-old was absent for Liverpools 3-1 victory over Arsenal on Monday night.
According to AS , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks set to bring in Dembele from the fringes of the Barca team in a deal that could be worth up to €60m (£55m).
The Carabao Cup fourth round gets started with Tottenham hosting London rivals Chelsea in a fierce derby. Follow all the latest action from White Hart Lane as it happens.
The German international missed almost the entire 2019-20 campaign for former club Manchester City following knee surgery after tearing a cruciate ligament in the 2019 Community Shield win.
Eric Dier has urged FIFA to change the controversial handball rule that saw him concede a late penalty in Tottenhams 1-1 draw against Newcastle on Sunday.
Chris Robshaw has bid an emotional home farewell to his club side Harlequins but the former England captains final run out at the Stoop was played without fans because of Covid-19 restrictions.
Right-back Lamptey, 19, has made a brilliant start to the 2020/21 Premier League season and is being lined up as back-up to Benjamin Pavard for Hansi Flicks side.
Pep Guardiola still has his sights on two players to bolster his ranks but a move is dependent on Aleks Zinchenkos future. He believes a freshening up of personalities in the team will be beneficial.
Jadon Sancho and goalkeeper Roman Burki will not fly to Munich but Borussia Dortmund have confirmed both players have tested negative for coronavirus.
Arsenals hopes of landing midfielder Houssem Aouar from Lyon are set to take a boost, with the French side looking likely to have found a potential replacement.
Pep Guardiola still has his sights on two players to bolster his ranks but a move is dependent on Aleks Zinchenkos future. He believes a freshening up of personalities in the team will be beneficial.
After just three days of the tournament, no British players remain, with Watson joining Andy Murray, Johanna Konta, Dan Evans, Cameron Norrie and Liam Broady by going down to Fiona Ferro.
Novak Djokovic put past controversy aside to breeze past Swedens Mikael Ymer in the first round of the French Open with a straightforward straight sets victory.
Santos confronted referee Peter Bankes after Sundays 1-1 Premier League draw with Newcastle. He was sent off for his overzealous protests following Newcastles leveller.
The Argentine defender is yet to pass a medical but a deal with the Portuguese side worth £13.7million has been agreed after he fell down the pecking order under Pep Guardiola.
The Red Devils have endured an underwhelming start to their Premier League campaign, losing at home to Crystal Palace before an uninspired last-gasp victory at Brighton.
St Etienne have been reluctant to part with the highly-rated 19-year-old. However, he has informed the club that he wants to join Leicester, so the French side have started looking for replacements.
Zinedine Zidane is happy to let Jovic go and the 22-year-old has been offered to a number of clubs around Europe. Jovic joined from Eintracht Frankfurt for £55m but he has managed two goals.
Ruben Dias is on the verge of completing his club record move to Manchester City after being spotted departing the Lowry Hotel on Tuesday afternoon.
Zinedine Zidane is happy to let Jovic go and the 22-year-old has been offered to a number of clubs around Europe. Jovic joined from Eintracht Frankfurt for £55m but he has managed two goals.
Drogba fired Chelseas winning penalty in the 2012 Champions League final shoot-out, steering the Blues to four Premier League titles and as many FA Cup triumphs across nine years.
The Premier League may just be starting to heat up, but its almost time to find out who the English teams will face in Europe. The group stage draw for the Champions League takes place this week.
Filip Krovinovic has competed his return to West Brom for a second seasons loan at The Hawthorns.The Benfica midfielder played a key role in the Baggies promotion-winning season.
Tonights game against Frank Lampards men comes just two days before Spurs host Maccabi Haifa in a Europa League play-off qualifier, which is being considered as a must-win match for Spurs.
Lewis Hamilton has taken to social media to seemingly distance himself from his claims that he was being picked on by the FIA after being hit with two five-second penalties at the Russian Grand Prix.
Manager David Moyes is eager to strengthen in that position after Ryan Fredericks picked up a hamstring injury in the 4-0 win over Wolves on Sunday evening.
The England winger has been Ole Gunnar Solskjaers No 1 target for months but United have been unwilling to match the Bundesliga sides £108million valuation.
Jamie Carragher has been hugely impressed with how the Reds have started their Premier League title defence. He has already seen enough to know Liverpools rivals will struggle to catch them.
The Ferrari academy driver, whose father is the legendary seven-time world champion, has been hotly-tipped for a big career in F1 and he will get his first taste of the main event in October.
SAMI MOKBEL Historically Chelsea have shown a reluctance to sell players to their direct rivals - but there is a sense the Stamford Bridge hierarchy would consider allowing Rudiger leave for Spurs.
The season-long loan move to west London will see Ademola Lookman return to the Premier League following his £22.5m move to join RB Leipzig in Germany from Everton last summer.
Hazard was said to be seven kilos overweight after his £150million move to the Bernabeu last summer and managed just one goal as he spent most of the season sidelined with an ankle injury.
A deal between Sheffield United and Liverpool has not yet been agreed but The Blades have been given permission to discuss personal terms with the England under-21 forward.
The result has left newly-promoted Fulham rock bottom of the Premier League after just three games, and the young manager is unhappy with the owners decision to air his thoughts in public.
JEFF POWELL My suggestion to that effect after his body blow felled the challenger for his unified world super-lightweight titles in 161 seconds caused a stir among fight fans.
Ritchie was hurt during the second half of Sundays 1-1 Premier League draw at Tottenham and was left with similar damage to the dislocation defender Fabian Schar suffered back in July.
Monday nights 3-1 defeat at Liverpool saw them have just 34 per cent possession as they found it difficult to play out from the back against their hosts high-intensity pressing.
Eight days after dismantling Chelsea, the champions put Arsenal to the sword in an emphatic 3-1 Anfield win. It is an ominous warning for the rest of the Premier League.
Serie A has been rocked after 14 team members and staff tested positive for Covid-19 at Genoa. The league could have this weekends games postponed in response to the findings.
Chelsea defender Thiago Silva has insisted he is not in London to take in the sights after an error on his debut cost Chelsea in their 3-3 draw with West Brom at the Hawthorns on Saturday.
Last seasons Champions League was completed in Portugal while Germany hosted the remainder of the Europa League but UEFA are set to make the group stage draws on Thursday and Friday.
Juventus are reportedly preparing a £45million offer that could see Federico Chiesa join the club for the next five years.However, Fiorentina are holding out for their £64m asking price.
Manchester City may have the most vast resources of anyone arguably in world football but despite all their riches they still cant solve their poor defensive issues. Sportsmail looks at Pep Guardiolas signings.
The England midfielder has been linked with a move away from north London in the transfer window, and he appears to have dropped down Mourinhos pecking order this season.
Frank Lampard could have been forgiven for fearing the worst when Chelsea collapsed to a stunning three-goal deficit against West Brom on Saturday evening.
Artetas side went into Mondays contest with Liverpool in good form but the champions demonstrated they are on a different level altogether, with Jurgen Klopps side running out 3-1 winners
The duos ongoing feud escalated once again at the weekend after Adesanya claimed he wanted to f up Jones following his emphatic title defence against Paulo Costa at UFC 253.
Andy Murray says he is determined to play as much as he can for the rest of the year following a sobering three-set defeat to Stan Wawrinka in the first round at Roland Garros.
Southampton and West Brom want to improve their squads by October 5 and have eyed up former Manchester City man Olivier Ntcham as a prospective signing.
The coronavirus pandemic has left many Football League sides in a precarious position and every month that passes without fans through the gates sees them edging ever closer to oblivion.
Leno was the Gunners No1 for much of the 2019-2020 season but picked up an injury towards the end of the campaign and Martinez was finally given his chance in the first team.
Conor McGregor has coming out swinging online once again, branding Daniel Cormier a fat fool for claiming the Irishman hasnt really wanted to return to the octagon this year.
Dembeles Barcelona career has failed to kickstart since he signed for £136m from Dortmund in 2017, with a series of injuries as well as disciplinary issues plaguing his spell.
Michael Cuisance cost Bayern Munich £9million when he joined from Monchengladbach last year but could sell to Leeds for a total of £18m. However, Newcastle United are also interested.
The 36-year-old has made the extraordinary claim as he seeks to end the Ukrainians undefeated record in the ring in their showdown on October 31.
Manchester United finally got their Premier League campaign up and running with a win at Brighton that redefines the phrase smash and grab. Despite the victory, United have room for improvement.
The seven-time world champion has been moved to the exclusive property on the upmarket estate of Las Brisas near Andratx in the south-west of the island from his Swiss home.
On the Spurs website there are hundreds of items available for fans to purchase, from Harry Kane bobbleheads to Son Heung-min flags - and even fridge magnets of ex-player Christian Eriksen.
Last week saw the transfer window spring into life as Gareth Bale and Thiago Alcantara completed big money moves to the Premier League. So what can still happen in the next two weeks?
There were reports of an initial £7.2m offer at the start of September that was knocked back by City, and Barca are now set to come again with an improved bid in an attempt to secure the signing.
Zouma started alongside Andreas Christensen in the opening two Premier League matches of the season, but the arrival of Thiago Silva from PSG is expected to drop him out of the starting XI.
There were reports of an initial £7.2m offer at the start of September that was knocked back by City, and Barca are now set to come again with an improved bid in an attempt to secure the signing.
West Ham are desperate to bolster their defence before the end of the transfer window, especially given their opening two results of the campaign, and the 28-year-old is top of their wish-list.
The 23-year-old Portugal international will become the most expensive player in Citys history - eclipsing the £62.8m paid to Atletico Madrid for defensive midfielder Rodri in 2019.
West Ham co-owner David Gold will attempt to sell the oldest surviving FA Cup on Tuesday, prompting fears the iconic trophy could be picked up by an overseas buyer and disappear out of the UK.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Tuesdays meetings at Ayr, Bangor-on-Dee, Sedgefield and Wolverhampton.
The Gunners are determined to sign the 22-year-old this summer. They have been set a Friday deadline to complete the signing of Aouar by Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas.
EXCLUSIVE The deadline for completing group matches in the Champions League and Europa League has been extended to January 28 with both competitions set to begin soon.
If fans expect the handball furore stirring up the Premier League to calm down, then -judging by La Liga - they should think again. The new rules in England were used in Spain last season.
EXCLUSIVE Ole Gunnar Solskjaers outfield players believe Dean Henderson is closing in on David De Geas position as first-choice goalkeeper at Old Trafford after the Spaniard let in five in two games.
EXCLUSIVE The Boards proposal includes a provision for automatic curtailment if the Premier League has not finished 80 days after the last scheduled day of the season
Premier League officials are just as angry as players and managers about the new handball law but feel powerless to change it due to instructions from referees chief Mike Riley.
CHRIS SUTTON - INSIGHT It didnt look like it would be an easy start for Liverpool. Their first three league fixtures were against Leeds at home, Chelsea away, then Arsenal here.
The right-back was slammed by Arsenal fans for taking two foul throws in the Gunners defeat to Liverpool on Monday - despite the right-backs best protests about his technique.
JONATHAN McEVOY IN SOCHI Lewis Hamilton has been told there are no special rules for him by race director Michael Masi, after the Brit was penalised on Sunday.
The 27-year-old has fallen out of favour at Chelsea and has been omitted from Frank Lampards last three squads against West Bromwich Albion , Barnsley and Liverpool .
Leicesters initial bid of about £30m plus add-ons was rejected last week but Sportsmail understands £37m would be enough to do the deal. West Ham had also shown interest in the 27-year-old.
The challenge came just a minute after he had gone in strongly on Hector Bellerin at Anfield, but the incident immediately afterwards saw the Arsenal players surround referee Craig Pawson.
British tennis is facing a first-round singles wipeout at the French Open today, after Cam Norrie became the penultimate GB player to fall, just after defeated Andy Murray was criticised by Mats Wilander.
The Liverpool manager dismissed suggestions his side had sent out a statement with their 3-1 win over Arsenal at Anfield and stated his side must improve in their Premier League title challenge.
WILL KELLEHER AT THE STOOP Three late tries, after Quins had hooker Elia Elia sent off, from Gabriel Oghre, Thomas Young and Jack Willis meant Wasps took the win and a crucial bonus point.
Manchester United have previously dismissed links with the Senegal international but he is understood to have come into their thinking with time running out in the summer transfer window.
Arteta praised Arsenals improvement in the second-half of their 3-1 defeat by Liverpool on Monday night - but rued a crucial miss by Alexandre Lacazette to level the match at 2-2.
After starting his post-match interview, the German questioned as to whether he was correct in hearing Keane moments earlier stating Liverpools performance was sloppy.
Former Liverpool centre-back Carragher watched Fulham put on a defensive horror show as they lost 3-0 at home to Aston Villa on Monday and had no sympathy after supremo Khan apologised to fans.
Lampard insisted it would be wrong to assume that any of the players who have been squeezed out of his plans in the early weeks of this season will definitely be moved on.
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER Coming out of Sundays games there had been 20 penalties given, in just 26 matches. At this rate there will be 292 penalties this season.
More British-based jockeys and trainers could travel to Paris for the prestigious Arc meeting after the BHA revealed they hope to agree new Covid-19 travel protocols with Public Health England.
Friends and allies of Andy Murray rallied round him on Monday in the wake of comments from former world No 1 Mats Wilander questioning whether he is right to maintain his latest comeback.
IAN LADYMAN There is clearly going to be no lessening of the hunger, no mental deterioration that can sometimes take the competitive edge from those teams seeking to defend a title.
MARTIN SAMUEL AT ANFIELD Graeme Souness says Liverpool could walk this title defence and, so far, there has been little to suggest he is wrong.
Liverpool made it three wins out of three with a 3-1 comeback win over fellow high-flyers Arsenal. Sportsmail rates each of the players who took to the field at Anfield on Monday evening...
Israel Adesanya is rapidly cleaning out the UFCs middleweight division and took the scalp of Paulo Costa with incredible ease at UFC 253. He thinks Jared Cannonier will beat Robert Whittaker.
Khan watched manager Scott Parker rue his sides third successive defeat since their promotion before taking to Twitter to reveal his struggle to bring in players to boost Fulhams frail defence.
With a sore achilles tendon and amid unusually slow conditions, Serena Williams looks like an upset waiting to happen at this years French Open.
BeIN Sports reported that Xhaka was heard berating his team-mates during the celebrations, and appeared irked over Arsenals willingness to allow the champions too much space.
The announcement is the first time the number of positive tests in the top flight has reached double figures this season, although the names of the players and staff involved have not been revealed.
SAMI MOKBEL AT CRAVEN COTTAGE This was Aston Villas second game of the season - they will not have an easier one from the next 36. Thats not to say Dean Smiths side werent impressive.
Real Madrids Toni Kroos is an injury doubt for the clubs La Liga clash with Real Valladolid on Wednesday, after sustaining a muscle injury in their win at Real Betis on Sunday.
Liverpool have boosted ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal as goalkeeper Alisson has passed a late fitness test, though Thiago Alcantara misses out due to injury.
Alonso is said to have attempted to watch the second half of the match on the team coach rather than with his team-mates, infuriating his manager and earning himself a savaging at full-time.
James Maddison insists Leicesters stunning victory at Manchester City proves there is no hangover from failing to qualify for Champions League football last term.
Sportsmail will provide live coverage of Liverpool vs Arsenal at Anfield in the Premier League this evening, with both sides on six points following their opening two games.
Head coach Thomas Tuchel says he will consult the PSG medical staff following an injury scare for star forward Neymar, who complained of a calf problem after Sundays 2-0 win over Reims
The Sky Sports pundit claims Ruben Dias must be a success at Manchester City or manager Pep Guardiola could leave the club at the end of the season as Citys defensive woes continue.
United won their first league game of the new campaign on Saturday, via a late Bruno Fernandes penalty against Brighton, but Keane has been less than impressed so far.
Essex have pledged to work harder on their players cultural education after one of them poured beer over a Muslim team-mate during Sundays Bob Willis Trophy celebrations at Lords.
While Palace are reluctant to a deal including a buy-back clause - which the Reds are demanding - the Blades are more open and have reportedly made an improved £17m bid today.
Four years ago Sam Allardyces tenure as England manager came to a swift end after just 67 days and one match in charge. It was the shortest tenure of any England manager.
It was a weekend littered with storylines, memorable quotes and sublime individual performances from Manchester Citys collapse, Uniteds dramatic late show and Chelseas fightback at West Brom.
The 22-year-old Welshman started Manchester Uniteds 3-1 home defeat against Crystal Palace last week but was left out of the squad for Saturdays 3-2 win at Brighton.
PETE JESON IN SPAIN Ronald Koemans first day at the office ended with high-fives all round. Has the new Barcelona manager really put out all those fires in just ninety minutes of football?
Sportsmail will provide live coverage of Fulham vs Aston Villa in the Premier League at Craven Cottage on Monday evening, including the live score, team lineups and build-up.
The 27-year-old, who has not featured competitively since the 2018 Champions League final, arrived in Berlin on Sunday evening and completed a medical on Monday ahead of agreeing a season loan.
Israel Adesanya dispatched of Paulo Costa in style at UFC 253 but the middleweight champion wasnt happy with everything that unfolded on Saturday night.
Edouard Mendy joined Frank Lamapards squad for £22million from Rennes last week and will replace both Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero between the sticks against Tottenham,
The 36-year-old defender was keen to extend his eight-year stay in Paris this summer but was not offered a contract extension by sporting director Leonardo.
Mikel Arteta has won the last two tactical jousts with Jurgen Klopp, including the Community Shield, but Arsenal have not been victorious on their opponents turf since 2012.
Rafael da Silva believes fans are too quick to write off players who arent an instant success and begs fans to relax and trust the club and their current players as there is too much negativity.
The Tottenham boss was less-than-impressed with the good fortune of his old side this weekend when a penalty - awarded AFTER the final whistle - allowed Bruno Fernandes to steal a 3-2 win at Brighton.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN LaLiga felt like it was really underway at the weekend with Barcelona, Sevilla and Atletico Madrid all making their debuts this season. Sportsmail pick out five things we learned.
Erling Haaland is under more pressure at Borussia Dortmund than Robert Lewandowski ever was, according to club legend Sebastian Kehl. Haaland struggled as Dortmund lost at Augsburg.
Spurs face Chelsea in Carabao Cup fourth round on Tuesday - their third game in a run of five in 11 days - and Mourinho says hell have to make big changes as Europe League is prioritised.
New Chelsea signings Edouard Mendy and Ben Chilwell are available to start against Tottenham on Tuesday night.
Everton may have been knocked off the top of the Premier League table by Leicester, but theyre still No 1 after fans took a 35-year-old club anthem to first place in the iTunes chart.
Granit Xhaka has praised Willian, who came to north London from rivals Chelsea, and Magalhaes, who was signed from Lille for £27million, for their will to win and influence on their team mates.
With fans back at Sochi there was more than just Lewis Hamiltons errors that caught the eye with Bottas sweary rant, Carlos Sainzs struggles and Charles Leclerc happy again all other storylines.
Carlo Ancelotti says he does not expect Theo Walcott to leave Everton before the transfer-window shuts but admits the winger is struggling because of stiff competition.
Andy Carroll has criticised the handball rule by posting a picture of stick man performing a pencil jump on social media, claiming it was the new rule for any aerial challenges.
Last seasons Premier League title race was more of a procession than a competition - and theres a very real chance that this campaign could follow the same pattern after Liverpools fine start.
The Government announced last week that plans for spectators to return to sports venues from October 1 had been scrapped due to a rise in coronavirus infections.
The Government announced last week that plans for spectators to return to sports venues from October 1 had been scrapped due to a rise in coronavirus infections.
The 27-year-old, who has not featured competitively since the 2018 Champions League Cup final, arrived in Berlin on Sunday evening and is undergoing his medical today ahead of agreeing a season loan.
Jurgen Klopp has hailed the exceptional qualities of new signing Thiago Alcantaras, declaring the Spanish midfielder a perfect addition to the Premier League champions squad.
Cesc Fabregas and Jamie Carragher were among the names quick to praise Sadio Mane. It is a regular occurence, with the Senegal star one of the most consistent stars in the top flight.
Bayern Munich are considering a bid for Norwich City right-back Max Aarons after their initial offer of a loan with the option to buy for £20million was rejected.
Paris Saint-Germain are now the favourites to sign highly-rated Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly for £72million, after the Italian club conceded they may need the money to balance the books.
Ozil and international team-mate Ilkay Gundogan, both of Turkish descent, sparked outrage in their homeland when they were pictured with the controversial head of state in Turkey.
Paris Saint-Germain are now the favourites to sign highly-rated Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly for £72million, after the Italian club conceded they may need the money to balance the books.
Boxing legend Pacquiao confirmed over the weekend that he would fight McGregor and his earnings from the fight would go towards coronavirus victims.
Ronald Koeman says Ansu Fatis progress has been enormous and that the club has benefited from that. The Catalans manager expects Fati to play an important role in Barcas first team this year.
The 36-year-old joined the Blues on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain last month and made his Premier League debut on Saturday, captaining the side against West Brom.
Israel Adesanya cut through Paulo Costas defences like a hot knife through butter on Saturday night and UFC president Dana White was far from impressed by what he saw from the challenger.
With time running out before the transfer window closes, Spurs are intensifying their efforts to bring in another forward and provide cover for the talismanic Harry Kane.
Joshua, who currently holds the IBF, IBO, WBA, WBO heavyweight titles, is set to face Pulev in a mandatory defence of his belts later this year, with a fight on December 12 pencilled in.
Louis Van Gaal was brought in by United as successor to David Moyes but Rafael, who feels no ill-will towards Moyes, was soon to learn he had no future at Old Trafford under the Dutchman.
Lautaro Martinez has been strongly linked with a move to the Camp Nou this year. However, given the financial uncertainty at Barcelona, the Catalans have decided to withdraw from the transfer race.
The man who has led Arsenal to two trophies in his first nine months in charge proved influential in convincing the talismanic Gabonese striker to stay in north London.
It has been a perfect start to the season for Arsenal and Liverpool but something is about to give with the two clubs facing off at Anfield twice in the space of four days.
LeBron James won back-to-back titles with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013 but will now line up against them as he looks to guide the Lakers to their first Larry OBrien trophy since 2010.
After producing a brace as a substitute on his debut against Granada in a 6-1 win over the weekend, Luis Suarez is clearly keen to look forward, rather than back after being ditched by Barcelona this summer.
His right-footed strike flew over the top of the crossbar and there were huge cheers from the Philadelphia Union players before their celebrations spilled over into the face of the anguished Higuain.
While Inter Milan, who finished a point off Juventus last season, have strengthened, Cristiano Ronaldo is predicting a bright future for the champions with Andrea Pirlo at the helm.
Midfielder Conor Hourihane cant believe the transformation at Aston Villa since they were beaten by Fulham in the Championship play-off final at two years ago.
Diego Costa and Luis Suarez, two of the great footballing villains to play at centre-forward, have united at Atletico Madrid - and they cant contain their excitement.
Fati was not even two years old when Messi made his Barcelona debut back in 2004, but said the six-times world player was helping him improve after Barcelonas victory against Villarreal.
Ruben Dias captained and scored for Benfica in their 2-0 win over Moreirense on Saturday before hugging sporting director Rui Costa as he said his farewells.
Olivier Peslier says he is thrilled to have picked up the ride on Stradivarius in the Prix de lArc de Triomphe at Longchamp on Sunday, where he will be going up against Enable.
The Gunners are eager to secure deal for Aouar before the transfer window closes on October 5, and Aubameyang described the 22-year-old as a very good player.
Brendan Rodgers men stunned Man City in a 5-2 victory to cast further doubts as to whether Pep Guardiolas men can really take the Premier League crown off Liverpool this year.
IAN HERBERT AT GOODISON PARK The fear for many is that the galaxy of superstars being hoovered up by the so-called elite of the British game will make this a season of walkovers.
Bertrand Traore is poised to make his Premier League debut for Aston Villa on Monday against Fulham after making an impressive impact at his new club.
Striker Mauro Icardi found his poachers goal touch again as defending champions Paris Saint-Germain beat Reims 2-0 Sunday in the French league to continue their recovery.
Ruben Dias captained and scored for Benfica in their 2-0 win over Moreirense on Saturday before hugging sporting director Rui Costa as he said his farewells.
Manchester United are also believed to want a ten per cent sell-on for midfielder Andreas Pereira, who has been left out of the squad for all three of the clubs matches this season.
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Dortmund have been adamant in recent weeks that the £108million-rated England international will stay with them for the season amid concerns United do not have the resources to land him.
In the manner of a Roman gladiator turning to hail Caesar in the moment of his latest kill, Josh Taylor took a formal bow.One arm across his stomach, the other behind his back.
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD If ever a team were moulded in the shape of their coach, it must be Exeter and Rob Baxter, who grows more impressive with every season.
Once upon a time, prolific was not a word associated with the Everton striker, his best work taking place outside the box. But he is now under orders, with Ancelotti guiding his development.
IAN LADYMAN A few seasons ago Premier League referees were instructed to clamp down on shirt pulling. For a week or two, chaos reigned as penalties flowed like corner kicks.
If anyone was unsure how deep their defensive rot has set in, a calamitous opening 27 minutes proved beyond doubt that Kepas floundering frailties sit only atop a lengthy list of problems.
SPORTS AGENDA - MIKE KEEGAN Jose Mourinho declared last week he was bored of being asked about Tottenhams Amazon Prime documentary.
CHRIS FOY - WORLD OF RUGBY Saracens are out of their European bubble and staring into the abyss. The glorious diversion of a Champions Cup campaign has given way to an uncertain future.
Once the drama had unfolded and a quite bonkers match was over at the Amex Stadium, there was still a cold reality staring Manchester United in the face.
Mikel Arteta suffered in midfield against top teams as Arsenal captain, and has been determined to address their obsession with passing now that he is the Gunners manager.
Burnleys well-deserved reputation as a bedrock of stability is showing a few signs of wear and tear. Sean Dyche wont have enjoyed his 400th game as a manager against Southampton.
A crowd of some 20,000 over the weekend represented the biggest in Europe since the virus grabbed sport by the throat. For Formula One bosses, there is slight apprehension.
WILL KELLEHER AT SANDY PARK It was when Joe Simmonds parted the red-shirted sea with 10 minutes left that Exeter Chiefs knew - at last - they were marching towards a promised land.
IAN LADYMAN A few seasons ago Premier League referees were instructed to clamp down on shirt pulling. For a week or two, chaos reigned as penalties flowed like corner kicks.
Now were seeing the Premier League become a breeding ground for controversial, cheap penalties. Here, Sportsmails Mark Clattenburg explains why…
The new handball rule in the Premier League has caused controversy several times already this season, and it doesnt look like being cleared up anytime soon after another weekend of drama.
PETE JENSON Barcelona commenced the Ronald Koeman era and their new LaLiga season with a 4-0 victory over Villarreal, with Ansu Fati starring.
OUR VERDICT Sportsmails experts Peter Crouch, Chris Sutton, and Martin Keown have had their say on the matter of the controversial new Premier League handball rule.
MARTIN SAMUEL CHIEF SPORTS WRITER Only a surreal environment could come up with the handball rule as it stands now. Only the comically insane would give the penalty against Eric Dier on Sunday.
Jude Bellingham has started off very well at Borussia Dortmund since making the switch from Birmingham City. Sportsmail takes a look at other English youngsters impressing abroad.
Just when you thought a unification clash between Joshua and Fury is closer than ever before, the messy map of the heavyweight belts hurtles in to potentially jeopardise the dream match-up.
MATT BARLOW AT THE LONDON STADIUM David Moyes might be a boss who likes to suffer on the touchline and feel the pressure of the game but he could probably he could get used to this.
MIKE DICKSON With only 1,000 spectators on the ground they were thinly spread, and this French Open first round really was one to miss, a contest of excruciatingly poor quality for two talented players.
MATT BARLOW AT THE LONDON STADIUM David Moyes might be a boss who likes to suffer on the touchline and feel the pressure of the game but he could probably he could get used to this.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Mondays meetings at Hamilton, Newton Abbot, Bath, and Newcastle.
PAUL NEWMAN AT LORDS It may have been a new competition and a unique cup final, but the Bob Willis Trophy final on Sunday provided a familiar story.
Riyad Mahrez had given Manchester City an early lead, but Pep Guardiola bemoaned a nervousness among the hosts as they failed to convert a dominance in possession to scoring more goals.
Manchester Citys defensive frailties from last season were back in full-force as Pep Guardiolas side fell to a 5-2 defeat in their first home game of the season against Leicester.
Pep Guardiola has blamed his Manchester City sides shock 5-2 capitulation at the hands of Leicester City on the visitors lack of desire to attack in the early stages of the game.
On a day when Manchester City conceded five goals at home, they will bring in defender Ruben Dias from Benfica, with Nicolas Otamendi making the swap for a separate fee.
On a day when Manchester City conceded five goals at home, they will bring in defender Ruben Dias from Benfica, with Nicolas Otamendi making the swap for a separate fee.
Barcelona will hope to put their summer crisis behind them as they embark upon a new season under Ronald Koeman who takes charge of the Spanish side for the first time. Follow live here.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY Its wonderful to get lost in this spell - these are the words in the song Sentimento Nuevo which epitomises the great love affair between Juventus and Morata.
MARTIN SAMUEL AT THE ETIHAD STADIUM Only three hat-tricks have ever been scored against teams managed by Pep Guardiola - and Jamie Vardy now has two of them.
MARTIN KEOWN Part of Arsenals recent success against Liverpool ahead of their Premier League meeting on Monday night has been their ability to limit Roberto Firmino and Fabinhos input.
Jamie Vardys hat-trick, James Maddisons stunner and a Youri Tielemans penalty saw Leicester claim their first win at the Etihad Stadium since their title winning 2015/16 season.
Steve Bruce has become the latest Premier League manager to criticise the new handball law and called for the Premier League to scrap it despite Newcastle benefiting from a late penalty decision.
JACK GAUGHAN AT THE ETIHAD STADIUM There will be a number of teams, not least champions Liverpool, who observed Leicester Citys plan against Manchester City with relish.
Andy Murray was comprehensively beaten by Stan Wawrinka in three quick sets in the Scots first match at Roland Garros since 2017.
Todd Cantwell was left out of Norwichs squad for their Sky Bet Championship trip to Bournemouth on Sunday. Leeds are keen to strengthen their squad further this summer.
With the summer arrival of Kai Havertz, competition is high for a starting spot in the Blues midfield and the 28-year-old could be open to a move away from west London.
MARTIN SAMUEL AT THE ETIHAD STADIUM Jamie Vardy scored a hat-trick as Leicester continued their winning start to the Premier League season with a 5-2 victory.
Wolverhampton Wanderers make the trip to London Stadium this evening to take on struggling West Ham. Sportsmail will provide live coverage including score, lineups and build-up.
After Roy Hodgsons fury at the decision given against Crystal Palace yesterday, Steve Bruce was the latest manager to call for the handball law to be scrapped despite his side winning a penalty.
ADAM SHERGOLD AT THE VITALITY STADIUM Contrasting summers followed these teams relegations from the Premier League to the Championship.
Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich suffered a devastating defeat to Hoffenheim on Sunday to end their 32-match unbeaten run in all competitions stretching back to last year.
Luis Suarez scored fifteen minutes into his Atletico Madrid debut after coming on as a second-half substritute in the 5-1 thrashing of Granada.
It was a comfortable Sunday afternoon for Celtic who cruised to a 3-0 victory over Hibernian, their sixth win in a row. Callum McGregor set them on their way with an early goal.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was the first big name in English football to test positive for the virus and now worries he return of international duty could be bad news as players jet off abroad.
Jose Mourinho wouldve liked to say a few more things in his interview following Tottenham Hotspurs draw with Newcastle United on Sunday, but didnt want to get in trouble.
It was a comfortable Sunday afternoon for Celtic who cruised to a 3-0 victory over Hibernian, their sixth win in a row. Callum McGregor set them on their way with an early goal.
DAN MATTHEWS In more than 96 minutes, Newcastle had failed to register a single shot on target on this trip to Tottenham in the Premier League.
Tottenhams woes have continued as Jose Mourinho has confirmed that Son Heung-Min was withdrawn at half-time of their 1-1 draw with Newcastle with a hamstring injury.
The Finn cruised to victory after his team-mate was handed penalties following pre-race infringements that saw him penalised for practising race starts outside of a designated area.
Bayern Munich suffered a devastating defeat to Hoffenheim at the Rhein-Neckar-Arena. The result comes just three days before Bayern face Borussia Dortmund in the German Super Cup Final.
DAN MATTHEWS Callum Wilson scored a controversial stoppage time penalty causing Jose Mourinho to storm down the tunnell as Tottenham threw away two points with a 1-1 draw with Newcastle.
Spurs were looking to see out a 1-0 win over the Magpies on Sunday afternoon when the ball struck the arm of Eric Dier in the penalty area following a late free kick from the visitors.
For a while it looked like Dan Evans would emerge the winner from a battle that would go onto last three hours and 49 minutes, but the match got with Kei Nishikori got away from him.
Manchester United reportedly paid Sporting Lisbon £4.5million after their dramatic 3-2 win over Brighton as an add-on clause was activated in Bruno Fernandes contract.
Manchester City will host Leicester City in Sunday afternoon Premier League action as Pep Guardiolas men look to continue good form in their bid to regain the title.
The 32-year-old took to social media on Friday to share a series of screenshots of an online conversation with Dana White, in a bid to prove he has been eager to compete in the UFC.
Solskjaer made fun of Mourinho, who is himself a former Red Devils manager, following Uniteds dramatic 3-2 victory over Brighton on Saturday.
Bales arrival comes as a major boost for Jose Mourinhos side, who are looking to return to the top four after finishing well outside the Champions League places in sixth last season.
Todd Cantwell was left out of Norwichs squad for their Sky Bet Championship trip to Bournemouth on Sunday. Leeds are keen to strengthen their squad further this summer.
CRAIG HOPE AT BRAMALL LANE The victory leaves Marcelo Bielsas new boys on six points and Chris Wilders Blades - their old Championship adversaries - on none.
A somewhat frustrating afternoon for Motherwell as Stephen Robinsons side lose 5-1 to Rangers while conceding another two penalties - bringing their total to eight penalty goals against them.
The British driver who started on pole position was under investigation before the race started after he did two practice-starts outside of the designated zone that he is allowed to do so.
JONATHAN McEVOY Lewis Hamiltons quest to match Michael Schumachers 91 race wins was wrecked by a 10-second penalty in the Russian Grand Prix.
A somewhat frustrating afternoon for Motherwell as Stephen Robinsons side lose 5-1 to Rangers while conceding another two penalties - bringing their total to seven penalty goals against them.
The midfielder played for an hour during Spurs 3-1 Europa League victory over Shkendija, but Alli has not been named in the starting XI or among the substitutes for the Premier League fixture.
Tottenham host Newcastle in Premier League action this afternoon and will hope to record back-to-back top flight victories. Sportsmails DANIEL DAVIS will provide live coverage.
The Reds pair have been unable to train with the rest of the squad in recent days, and manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly awaiting an update on their availability.
Angel Di Maria criticised Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni after he was left out of the squad for next months World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Bolivia. Scaloni has since responded.
The World Cup winner has been linked with a move to Inter Milan who is managed by former Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte. Kante could be heading to Old Trafford.
The defender played in the opening game of the Premier League season against Crystal Palace but was rested for Uniteds Carabao Cup victory over Luton on Thursday.
The Reds are closing in on the club record of 63 home league wins, set between 1978-81 and the last time they were beaten at Anfield was when they lost 2-1 to Crystal Palace in April 2017.
The 26-year-old defender is expected to miss the rest of the season as he requires a knee operation. OConnell played the first two league matches for Chris Wilders Blades this season.
Under the lights at Molineux on Monday, the reigning PFA Player of the Year started the new campaign where he left off the last one as he ran the show from start to finish in Citys 3-1 win over Wolves.
Former world No.1 Victoria Azarenka stormed off the court at the French Open after venting her frustration at being left to freeze on the sidelines.
Lewis Hamilton will start on pole as he aims to draw level with Michael Schumachers 91 career wins at the Russian Grand Prix. Follow all the action from Sochi as it happens.
The EFL says its clubs stand to lose £200million this season without crowds, having already lost £50m last season. There are fears that without crowds some EFL clubs will disappear.
Doherty, a £15m summer signing from Wolves, is living the dream earning big bucks playing in one of the worlds best leagues, European club competitions and representing Ireland.
Sheffield United welcome Leeds United to Bramall Lane in the Premier Leagues first Yorkshire derby in 19 years today. Sportsmails DANIEL DAVIS will provide live coverage.
Formula 2s Russian Grand Prix in Sochi was abandoned after drivers Luca Ghiotto and Jack Aitken were involved in a horrific crash which caused both cars to catch fire.
Conor McGregor had plans to enjoy a season this year, with the Notorious interested in fighting four times in 2020 following his win over Donald Cerrone at UFC 246 in January.
Aston Villa is looking to bolster his midfield options before the transfer deadline on October 5. He is interested in signing Ruben Loftus-Cheek, 24, on loan from Chelsea this summer.
The Bundesliga club were thrashed 8-0 by champions Bayern Munich in their opener last weekend and then suffered a 3-1 defeat by Werder Bremen on Saturday.
Adesanya silenced his critics with a big win over rival Paulo Costa, a formerly undefeated Brazilian, and the pair had not seen eye to eye in the build up to their bout on Fight Island.
SIMON JONES The Serie A club are still in talks over the out of favour Tottenham defender Aurier, although Norwich starlet Aarons is waiting to see whether a move to Barcelona materialises.
Serena Williams has tipped her close friend Lewis Hamilton to make history, as they both go for landmark victories. Hamilton could equal Michael Schumachers 91 F1 wins on Sunday.
The Mirror have claimed that United, alongside AC Milan, have made concrete contact with Lunas club with a view to bringing the highly-coveted starlet to Old Trafford in two years time.
The 24-year-old scored 11 goals last season and can play on either wing or as a striker. Leeds have been working on a number of names including Manchester Uniteds Dan James.
Arsenal are determined to sign Houssem Aouar and will reportedly raise their dismissed £32million offer to £36.5m with a further £9m in bonuses in a hope to secure the creative midfielder.
The American boxing trainer predicts Manny Pacquiao will need just two rounds at most to beat Conor McGregor in their planned high-profile fight in the Middle East next year.
The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder has jumped to the defence of team-mate Neymar after the Brazilian winger was accused of racist abuse during a fiery match against Marseille this month.
Two years ago, Ruben Loftus-Cheek was Englands secret weapon at the World Cup in Russia - now he is set to be exiled by Chelsea and his career is at a crossroads ahead of a potential loan move.
The La Liga side have made an £18million bid for full back Dest which could end Max Aarons hopes of a dream move to the Nou Camp. Barcelona looked as though they were losing the race for Dest.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists his Manchester United defence is good enough to succeed without reinforcements and claims their issues are simply down to a lack of sharpness.
Doubts had remained over Israel Adesanyas credentials as middleweight champion, with Paulo Costa favoured to knock the Last Stylebender off the middleweight perch.
The Welshman, who left Spurs for a world record fee in 2013, completed a season-long loan move earlier this month and is hoping he can rediscover the form that earned him a move to LaLiga.
The Spaniards agent Jorge Mendes informed the Catalans of a club who were prepared to make an offer of £114m with £23m in add-ons but the Catalans were not prepared to sell.
It was a 36th Southampton goal in 71 appearances for Ings, and the 28-year-old has now accounted for 46 per cent of the Saints goals since the beginning of last season.
Antonio Conte was keen on a reunion with the Frenchman after the pair won the Premier League together in 2017 but Frank Lampard is determined to hold on to the Frenchman.
The 27-year-old has fallen out of favour at Chelsea and has been omitted from Frank Lampards last three squads against West Bromwich Albion, Barnsley and Liverpool.
Arsenal have been warned they will have to substantially increase their £30m offer for Lyon midfield maestro Houssem Aouar if they are to sign him in this transfer window.
JEFF POWELL Apinun Khongsong, the Thai challenger for Taylors two unified titles, crumpled into a heap the first time he was hit to his slender body in a venue fabled for extraordinary happenings.
Jose Mourinho is reportedly becoming increasingly frustrated with Tottenham for failing sign him a back-up striker for Harry Kane.
Pep Guardiola fears leading managers are powerless to stop an injury crisis this season as he prepares to face Leicester City on Sunday without a senior striker.
JONATHAN MCEVOY IN SOCHI How differently Formula One history might have turned out but for Lewis Hamilton standing outside his mothers house directing in a guest who was to change his life.
The striker is the subject of interest of a host of clubs including Palace, Sheffield United and Aston Villa. As reported by The Sun, Palace is Brewsters preferred destination.
Majestic Dawn tore apart his rivals to deliver a 40-1 surprise win in the bet365 Cambridgeshire Handicap at Newmarket and hand jockey Paul Hanagan a hugely emotional victory.
Last season Arsenal were eighth and 43 points behind Liverpool, even if Arteta did manage to beat Jurgen Klopps team on penalties in the Community Shield last month.
JONATHAN MCEVOY IN SOCHI How differently Formula One history might have turned out but for Lewis Hamilton standing outside his mothers house directing in a guest who was to change his life.
JEFF POWELL Apinum Khongsong, the Thai challenger for Taylors two unified titles, crumpled into a heap the first time he was hit to his slender body in a venue fabled for extraordinary happenings.
Frank Lampard wants to bring in a defensive midfielder and Chelsea are set to make a bid of more than £40million before the October 5 deadline, as reported by The Sun.
The centre back captained Benfica and scored in their 2-0 win over Moreirense on Saturday then effectively confirmed his pending departure hugging teammates and sporting director Rui Costa.
The 19-year-old, who became the clubs youngest ever first team captain for one game last season, starred with a two-goal performance in the midweek Carabao Cup victory at Lincoln.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH DANNY MURPHY I played at Fulham towards the end of my career and reached a European final. Scotty has gone a step further, hanging up his boots and becoming boss.
JEFF POWELL Edwards came dancing into Bethnal Greens iconic York Hall as a rebooted bantamweight. He defeated a willing Kyle Williams by a wide margin but it was not all sweetness and light.
MIKE DICKSON AT ROLAND GARROS At 16 Coco Gauff has already built up something of an aura, and Jo Konta will try to summarily ignore it when she faces her on Sunday.
ANALYSIS - DANNY MURPHY Excellent creative players as they are, neither is good enough defensively to play together in a three-man midfield.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY NIK SIMON The medal from Monday nights Premiership Cup final is still in Solomonas kitbag in the utility room. He drove home from the match, and cuddled up on the sofa.
MIKE BROWN We talk a lot about leading from the front in rugby but seeing guys like Joe Marler, Denny Solomona and Kearnan Myall speak so openly about their mental health is true leadership.
EXCLUSIVE Premier League clubs shared £2.55 BILLION in prize money and central funds payments last season, with champions Liverpool taking home just over £158m.
Dr Mark Prince, father of Kiyan Prince, the 15-year-old QPR player murdered in a knife attack, has backed Les Ferdinand in questioning the continued relevance of taking the knee before matches.
Clubs will meet on Tuesday in an emergency session to discuss the circumstances of the current season now that the Government has ruled out any fans attending matches until March.
OLIVER HOLT - MAIL ON SUNDAY CHIEF SPORTS WRITER Why should they help? In this version of Britain, polarised and angry and fearful, why should the Premier League help anybody?
EXCLUSIVE The Mail on Sunday understands that the six-time world champion heads into Sundays Russian Grand Prix with resolution over his future agreed in principle.
MIKE DICKSON AT ROLAND GARROS Among the odder sights associated with this French Open has been the queue of food delivery motorbikes forming outside the player hotel.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY OLIVER HOLT Brazilian goalkeepers were seen as bystanders. Not much more. Just another person admiring what the outfielders were doing.
EXCLUSIVE Cash-strapped English rugby has been given a major boost after O2 agreed a new sponsorship deal with the RFU worth more than £7.5million a year.
JOE BERNSTEIN AT TURF MOOR Danny Ings pushed his claims for a first England start by scoring at former club Burnley to earn his side their first points of the season.
Sportsmail compares Tottenhams prospective front three of Gareth Bale, Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min with the rest of the Big Six, as Jose Mourinhos side prepare to challenge for the top four...
PETE JENSON Zinedine Zidanes side had to come back from 2-1 down but did so thanks to Emersons own goal and Ramos penalty to get the reigning champions their first win of the LaLiga season.
Its no secret what Arsenal are looking for as the transfer window nears its October 5 deadline and now Mikel Arteta now appears to have turned his search for a midfielder a little closer to home.
Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius is wanted on loan by Bundesliga side Union Berlin. The 27-year old, who joined Liverpool for £4.75million from Mainz in 2016, is no longer required at Anfield.
Silva took his eye off the ball to allow it slip under his foot and gift Callum Robinson his second on the night as newly promoted West Brom raced into a three goal half-time lead.
Chelsea record £72M signing Kai Havertz was at the centre of a controversial handball VAR row as newly promoted West Brom were denied an unlikely win.
The exiled Blues keeper was pictured talking to team-mate Jorginho in the stands after Callum Robinson opened the scoring on four minutes. appearing to criticise Caballero.
The new-look Chelsea were dismantled in the first half with West Brom reaching the interval with a shock three-goal lead. Callum Robinson struck twice and Kyle Bartley inflicted further misery.
DANIEL MATTHEWS The veteran Brazilian, 36, has been shipped in to add experience, presence and leadership to a backline that has hamstrung Chelseas progress under Frank Lampard.
OLIVER HOLT AT THE HAWTHORNS Chelsea might have spent £250m this summer but after 27 minutes against West Brom, it looked as if they were toast.
Yamaha said 41-year-old nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi would have the Japanese manufacturers full factory support at the satellite team.
Chelsea mounted a comeback to earn a point at West Brom but endured a poor day defensively. NICK CALLOW has given his verdict on each players performance from the Hawthorns.
Lewis Hamilton has found himself embroiled in another tussle with the F1 authorities, after breaking political rules. Sportsmail take a look at the times he and the F1 authorities have come to blows.
OLIVER HOLT AT THE HAWTHORNS West Brom drew 3-3 with Chelsea in an enthralling encounter at The Hawthorns. The Baggies were leading 3-0 at the break.
Saracens suffered late Heineken Champions Cup heartbreak as Racing 92 claimed a dramatic 19-15 semi-final win in Paris. Alex Goode had kicked five penalties as Saracens overturned a 9-6 deficit.
The match on Sunday was scheduled to kick off at 3pm local time (1300 GMT) but will start three hours later after Genoa announced Perins positive test result on Saturday afternoon.
Novak Djokovic has vowed not to repeat the incident that saw him kicked out of the US Open. The world No 1 was disqualified in New York for hitting line judge Laura Clark in the throat with a stray ball.
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT PRIDE PARK When Wayne Rooney agreed to join Derby, it is safe to assume he did not do so to be scratching around in the lower reaches of the Championship.
It was a nightmare opening 45 minutes from the Blues as the Baggies punished defensive errors from Marcos Alonso and new boy Thiago Silva to go into the half time break with a shock lead.
Chelseas summer spending was supposed to close the gap to Liverpool and Manchester City this season, instead fans are raging at a shocking first-half.
Southampton visit Burnley at Turf Moor in this evenings Premier League action with both teams looking to find form following losing starts to their respective campaigns.
Reading arrived having won just one of their last nine away league matches in the Welsh capital and left with all three points after Michael Morrison and Lucas Joao netted in the second half.
Despite Wards arm being in a natural position when the ball struck, Friend controversially awarded the Toffees the penalty in accordance with this seasons new handballs laws.
WILL KELLEHER AT SANDY PARK Rugby royalty dethroned, now Exeter are eyeing a first European crown after an emphatic evisceration of Toulouse.
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers maintains whatever side Manchester City are able to field on Sunday will be one to test his own teams Premier League credentials.
The British driver will start at the front of the grid in Sochi as he attempts to equal Michael Schumachers victory record with his 91st career triumph but his afternoon was plunged into jeopardy.
Crystal Palace fans reacted furiously on social media after Everton were awarded a controversial penalty in their 2-1 away victory at Selhurst Park.
Suarez signed a two-year deal with Atletico on Friday after completing a free transfer from Barcelona, where he scored 198 goals in six years but was encouraged to leave by Ronald Koeman.
CHRIS WHEELER Neal Maupay chipped a cheeky Panenka penalty high into David de Geas net with the Manchester United goalkeeper sprawled on the floor.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA AT SELHURST PARK In their combined 69 years in management and over 2000 games Ancelotti and Hodgson must have thought they had seen it all.
Jose Mourinho has said he has too many players on his books, but having already signed five players this summer, the club are still on the lookout for at least two more before the transfer window shuts.
Serena Williams admitted she goes into the French Open still nursing an Achilles problem but with a positive mindset as she continues her pursuit of a 24th Grand Slam singles title.
Norwich boss Daniel Farke insists Max Aarons has not had his head turned by talk of Barcelona interest and revealed the full-back has been dubbed Dani Alves in training.
Manager Chris Wilder desperately wants to add a striker to his squad and has been in negotiations with Liverpool and Arsenal over deals for Rhian Brewster and Folarin Balogun respectively.
Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman said he understood why Lionel Messi was upset about the departure of his long-time strike partner and friend Luis Suarez to Atletico Madrid.
West Broms tough start to Premier League season continues as they welcome Chelsea in evening action as Frank Lampards men look to rebound from their 2-0 loss to Liverpool.
Kerim Derimbay and Emil Forsberg both scored long-range wonderstrikes as RB Lepizig and Bayer Leverkusen shared the spoils in their Bundesliga encounter in front of fans on Saturday.
Felix Uduokhai and Daniel Caligiuri scored one goal each as the hosts went top of the Bundesliga table in a frustrating afternoon for the likes of Jadon Sancho and Jude Bellingham.
Solskjaer, having seen his team ride their luck on more than one occasion, believes that one point wouldve been what United deserved following their dramatic win at the AMEX Stadium.
Brighton appeared to have earned a well-deserved point through Solly March, but it was a minute of hot-headed madness that saw United clinch their first league win of the season in unprecedented chaos.
The Portuguese midfielder netted in the 100th minute of the match for his 13th goal for the club after Neal Maupays handball following Harry Maguires header handed United a last-gasp spot kick.
Marcus Rashford was at his dazzling best on Saturday, scoring a solo stunner in Manchester Uniteds dramatic victory over Brighton to add some on-pitch plaudits to his off-field work.
DAN LUDLAM Manchester United beat Brighton in dramatic fashion at the Amex Stadium as Bruno Fernandes last-gasp penalty gave the Red Devils a 3-2 win.
Sheffield United are exploring the possibility of signing free agent striker Daniel Sturridge. Manager Chris Wilder desperately wants to add a striker to his squad.
Lewis Hamilton ran the gauntlet of a dramatic qualifying session - before setting himself up to match Michael Schumachers record of 91 victories by grabbing pole position for the Russian Grand Prix.
ROB DRAPER AT THE AMEX STADIUM This was a resurrection from the dead unprecedented in Premier League history. Even Fergie time didnt extend beyond the final whistle.
WATFORD 1-0 LUTON TOWN Joao Pedro scored the winner on his 19th birthday as Vladmir Ivics Watford made it two wins out of two against fellow early high-flyers Luton Town.
Steve Bruce has admitted his relief that Newcastle will not be facing Gareth Bale when they line up against Tottenham on Sunday. The Wales international will sit out the game with a knee injury.
The replays showed that Connolly had initiated the contact by reaching back and tugging the front of Pogbas shirt as they strained to reach the ball. The referee overturned his initial decision.
Crystal Palace and Everton, two sides setting the early pace in the Premier League meet at Selhurst Park. Follow Sportsmails live blog for build-up and all the action.
Jan Blachowicz and Dominick Reyes have the chance to step out of Jon Joness considerable shadow this weekend. They are the co-main event on Fight Island at UFC 253.
Silva, 18, became Wolves record signing when he joined from Porto in a deal worth £35million this month while defender Ki-Jana Hoever, 18, completed a £9m switch from Liverpool.
The 28-year-old, who had returned to full fitness before the pandemic struck in March, is open-minded about his next challenge and is willing to move abroad for a regular run of matches.
The string of draconian measures unveiled recently saw clubs rocked with the prospect of behind closed doors clashes for the foreseeable future - and fans will not be able to return in October.
Manchester United got off to a losing start in this seasons Premier League campaign in a 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace at Old Trafford, with Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof heavily criticised.
Liverpools recent record against Arsenal may not be up to the high standards they set themselves but Jurgen Klopp sees no reason for his team to fear Mikel Artetas side.
Formula One returns in Sochi this weekend after a two-week break for the drivers amid a hectic season. Lewis Hamilton is aiming at another record in Russia, chasing Schumachers 91 wins.
Here, Sportsmail looks at all of Chelseas options in each of their attacking positions across the front four and the current pecking order for starting places as the new arrivals up the ante.
The six-time world champion, who could match Michael Schumachers victory record of 91 on Sunday, finished 0.776 seconds clear of Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas.
The six-time world champion, who could match Michael Schumachers victory record of 91 on Sunday, finished 0.776 seconds clear of Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas.
Liverpool have started the new season with back-to-back victories - a 4-3 win over Leeds and a 2-0 success at Chelsea - and their Brazilian keeper says theyve getting back to their best.
The outgoings show no sign of slowing down at Barcelona. Samuel Umtiti may well be the next player heading towards the exit door as Ronald Koeman revamps the playing squad.
Sportsmails OLLIE LEWIS will provide live Premier League coverage of Brighton vs Man United including score, lineups and build-up, with the action set to get under way at 12.30pm BST.
Luis Suarez trained with his new Atletico Madrid team-mates for the first time on Friday after saying an emotional farewell to Barcelona in a press conference the day before.
Speaking at half-time of their defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday, Hertha Berlins sporting director Arne Friedrich told DAZN the club could make a move for free agent Mario Gotze.
The Leeds boss has insisted that the club captain is a huge part of this club following the arrivals of Spain defender Diego Llorente and German centre-back Robin Koch.
The Algerian is targeting more titles as he reaches 200 Premier League games against Leicester City on Sunday - with whom he won his first Premier League crown back in 2016.
This weeks arrival of Arturo Vidal from Barcelona further reduces Eriksens chances of getting a run in Antonio Contes Inter midfield. Worse still, Conte didnt want him in the first place.
F1 legend Michael Schumacher recorded an unprecedented 91 victories during his 17-year career, but that could be equalled by Lewis Hamilton at this weekends Russian GP.
Solskjaer must be tempted to play Donny van de Beek, Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes in the same midfield - but with all three forward thinking, it would leave United exposed at the back.
In front of a furiously partisan crowd in Sau Paulo three years ago Colby Covingtons new persona was born and he has since become one of the most divisive, and hated athletes in the US.
Yoshihide Suga told the UN General Assemblys virtual summit his country would proactively lead the worlds recovery from coronavirus to allow the Games to go ahead as planned.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA Lamptey has been Brightons best performer in their first two games and one of the leagues most exciting talents, making a big impression since exiting Chelsea in January.
Manny Pacquiao has confirmed he will be fighting Conor McGregor in the Middle East next year. It marks a sensational return to fighting for McGregor, who retired from UFC this year.
The Brighton right-back, 19, made his first appearance for England under-21s against Austria this month having also represented the country at under-18, under-19 and under-20 levels.
It appears Smalling has no future at Old Trafford after spending last season on loan in Serie A with Roma but United are remaining steadfast to their £18m valuation as Roma try to sew up a permanent deal.
Domenicali, 55, worked as Ferrari team principal between 2008 and 2014, and has since worked with the Volkswagen Group and as the chief executive of Lamborghini.
MANCHESTER UNITED UNDER 23S 3-5 LIVERPOOL UNDER 23S Jack Bearne scored twice as Liverpool Under-23s beat their Manchester United counterparts 5-3.
Frank Lampard is a big admirer of the England international and has not given up hope of landing him this summer despite West Ham insisting he is not for sell.
As reported by Mundo Deportivo , Depay is an attainable target for Barcelona as he is within their current salary budget. Ronald Koeman had considered a move for Alexander Isak.
The 20-year-old was left out of Liverpools matchday squad for the Carabao Cup tie at Lincoln City on Thursday night, fueling speculation of an imminent move.
Antonio Conte won the Premier League with Kante, who is open to a move, at Chelsea and the Inter Milan boss believes the World Cup winner is the final piece of the jigsaw for his squad.
Carlo Ancelottis priority though is upgrading his defence as he is keen on signing a centre back. But is still keen on a forward and Juventus want to bring Kean back to the club.
Moyes will be absent when West Ham meet Wolves on Sunday as he will still be isolating, but Wolves boss Nuno warned that similar problems lay ahead unless the testing system is improved.
The Bundesliga club are keen for the former England Under-21 winger to go out on loan and build up his confidence with more regular football.
Ten years ago, Exeter Chiefs had just been promoted from the second division of English rugby and Toulouse were crowned champions of Europe.
EXCLUSIVE BY STEPHEN MCGOWAN Scotlands lower league clubs have been warned that they risk disciplinary proceedings if they kick off the new season and fail to fulfil their fixtures.
The French champions proposed a loan with option to buy the Germany international centre back.Chelsea are considering whether to sell the 27-year old outright with other clubs showing interest.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Saturdays meetings at Newmarket, Haydock, Chelmsford City and Ripon.
As Sportsmail reported in August, Burnley are still demanding £50million for their centre back, with Leicester offering in excess of £30m on Friday, which was subsequently turned down.
Rafael Nadal added to the problems piling up at this years French Open when he suggested that the choice of balls could lead to player injuries.
Moyes will be absent when West Ham meet Wolves on Sunday as he will still be isolating, but Wolves boss Nuno warned that similar problems lay ahead unless the testing system is improved.
EXCLUSIVE Marcus Rashford is understood to be deeply disappointed by Education Secretary Gavin Williamsons response to his plea for help to tackle child poverty.
FIFAs declaration on July 9 that they would be taking over the running of VAR from the International Football Association Board (IFAB) lies behind the new handball controversies.
Confidence among the United rank and file - once the most cocksure in the country - is brittle these days, perhaps made so by too many missteps in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson years.
JONATHAN MCEVOY Lewis Hamilton touched down here in Sochi newly named as one of Time magazines 100 most influential people.The 35-year-old Briton will take a tilt at history,
DANIEL MATTHEWS Even before this summers move to London, space was tight on the c.v. of Edouard Mendy. His work experience has swelled in the six years since he arrived at the job centre.
Its Hot or Not time again as Sportsmails Riath Al-Samarrai reveals whats been making him feel warm and whats been leaving him cold this week.
EXCLUSIVE Sportsmail has learned that Orient may be hit with two misconduct charges following allegations that they breached rules by not testing and isolating sick players.
Even referees are bemused, with penalties given against Manchester Uniteds Victor Lindelof and Tottenhams Matt Doherty last weekend widely accepted as harsh.
KEOWN TALKS TACTICS The influence of Carlo Ancelotti on and off the pitch is obvious. On it, Evertons improved team shape is evidence of his good work on the training ground.
CHRIS FOY Mark McCalls side conquered Dublin last weekend and now they are in Paris, ready to claim another prized scalp when they take on Racing 92 in a seismic semi-final.
EXCLUSIVE Walsall saw their fixture against Leyton Orient, scheduled for Saturday, postponed after the London club returned 17 positive tests, meaning they forfeited their tie against Tottenham.
United have so far failed to sign No 1 summer transfer target Sancho and are refusing to meet Borussia Dortmunds £109million asking price. And fans are starting to feel despondent about Uniteds prospects.
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD This is a huge day for English rugby. France are my tip to win the 2023 World Cup in their own backyard and English rugby needs to get into their psyche again.
Rick Parry has laid bare the enormous challenges the EFL must overcome in order for the 72 clubs to survive the pandemic and remain relevant.
After talks between Premiership Rugby Limited and the RFU on Friday a solution has been reached whereby Twickenham will host the game on October 24 at a discounted price.
MATT HUGHES - AHEAD OF THE GAME Many non-relevant staff are charged with looking after players or have crucial operational roles but have made to feel undervalued by the club.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES A number of players have complained on the grounds it doesnt reflect the fact that around 30 per cent of PFA members are black.
Gosden is looking to use a French jockey on Stradivarius with Covid-19 quarantine arrangements meaning few British-based jockeys will cross the Channel to ride in Paris.
Not even the status of Wimbledon champion and knight of the realm has been enough to save Andy Murray from delays involving Covid tests.
PETE JENSON Lionel Messis broken relationship with Barcelona football club has been patched up, but the wounds have opened again and the season hasnt even started.
INTERVIEW BY LAWRENCE BOOTH A month on from the innings that changed his life, Zak Crawley is daring to think about the future. An ECB Test contract would be nice.
MANCHESTER UNITED UNDER-23S 3-5 LIVERPOOL UNDER-23S Jack Bearne scored twice as Liverpool Under-23s beat their Manchester United counterparts 5-3.
Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa was in the stands as his protegee Carlos Corberan claimed his first win as Huddersfield boss.Fraizer Campbell volleyed home the winner in the 54th minute.
MANCHESTER UNITED UNDER-23S 3-5 LIVERPOOL UNDER-23S Jack Bearne scored twice as Liverpool Under-23s beat their Manchester United counterparts 5-3.
It isnt every day that a former IT consultant has a shot at UFC gold, but one glance at Paulo Costa tells you he was hardly your average computer technician.
The retired UFC star released a flurry of tweets on Friday night as he tried to explain the reasoning behind his decision to walk away from the sport earlier this summer.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW A superstar rugby player, Kolbe is one of the smallest players in the game. At 5ft 7in and weighing 11st 9lbs he is the David in a land of Goliaths.
It says everything about the ability of Cook that he made a masterful 172 against a Somerset attack that had not conceded more than 200 in any previous Bob Willis Trophy innings this season.
Having initially been selected in the previous England squad to face Iceland and Denmark earlier this month, central defender Maguire was booted out of the party just hours later.
Brazil announced on Friday that Jesus had been withdrawn from next months World Cup qualifiers after suffering a problem during Mondays win at Wolves.
According to Telefoot , the highly regarded Frenchman wants to join the Gunners despite interest from Barcelona and Juventus, with neither of those clubs having made a concrete bid.
EXCLUSIVE BY JORDAN SEWARD Sportsmail understands they have not discussed Coldwell re-joining his team at length but that there is a possibility Whyte could call on him again.
The Juventus forward, 35, whose boot deal with Nike is worth an eye-watering £15million, was on set in Turin to shoot an advertisement video to promote his sponsors new footwear.
Liverpool won the title at a canter last season but there will be much competition for Jurgen Klopps side this time around, with Manchester City and Chelsea amongst those in contention.
F1 and governing body the FIA have jointly released the figures on a weekly basis since the revised opening round of the campaign in Austria. The seven positive cases were out of 3,256 tests.
MICAH RICHARDS Im concerned that if Sancho was to join United now the effect could be detrimental. Its as if United are chasing a status transfer rather than working to a proper plan.
Arsenal are in a tricky financial position, according to the Lyon President Jean-Michel Aulas, and they cant find the £54million asking price for talented midfielder Houssem Aouar
WBC champion Fury has been training alongside his 23-year-old brother during lockdown and, despite having no amateur background in the sport, Roman has turned professional.
The Reds purchased Thiago from Bayern Munich for a deal worth £25million earlier this month and made his debut in Liverpools 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
Alvaro Morata has hailed his return to Juventus as the chance of a lifetime and believes new coach Andrea Pirlo can guide the Turin giants to Champions League glory.
In a huge blow for Leicester, manager Brendan Rodgers has confirmed Wilfred Ndidi will have surgery on a thigh injury on Saturday that will keep him sidelined for 12 weeks.
The IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight champion is set to defend his titles against mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev on December 12.
With just under two weeks until the international transfer window closes on October 5, clubs across Europe are looking to bring in flesh blood as the 2020-21 season starts to get going.
Duncan, 19, has signed a three-year deal with Derby, as reported by the clubs official website. He left Liverpool last year after his then agent said that the Premier League club were damaging him mentally.
The £40million striker returns to Spurs on Sunday - the scene of his first Premier League goal - but he has scored just once in the top-flight in the 13 months since that 1-0 victory.
The Premier League title contenders have switched to the stylish 23-year-old after growing frustrated by Sevillas valuation of Jules Kounde. Dias has long been on their shortlist this summer.
As reported by La Gazzetta Dello Sport , Balotelli is poised to join Genoa on a one-year deal with the option of an additional year.
Frank Lampard is keen to manage Christian Pulisics return carefully, given the Americans injury history since he arrived at Stamford Bridge. He is worried about the winger suffering a setback.
Moyes, Issa Diop and Josh Cullen were all forced to leave the London Stadium barely an hour before their Carabao Cup win over Hull on Tuesday after finding out they had the virus.
The 34-year-old was on top form on Thursday as Bayern Munich won the UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla thanks to an extra-time goal from Javi Martinez.
EXCLUSIVE David De Gea has joined the ranks of VAR detractors, hitting out at the technology for an unfair ruling that cost Manchester United at Crystal Palace.
Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard will be hoping that the dangerous version of Branislav Ivanovic he played alongside at Chelsea will not be turning up for West Brom this weekend.
Hamiltons attempt at matching Michael Schumachers victory record began by finishing a surprise last but one in the opening running before he came in second in second practice.
Leeds are reportedly plotting a move for AZ Almkaar captain Teun Koopmeiners, with boss Marcelo Bielsa looking to boost his midfield after an injury to Pablo Hernandez.
The 33-year-old has completed his emotional farewell from Barcelona by signing a two-year deal at Atletico Madrid.
The Borussia Dortmund winger has thrived since moving to Germany from Manchester City as a 17-year-old in 2017, having come through the ranks at Watford before moving up north.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN Its the build-up to Saturdays visit to Real Madrid where at the grand old age of 39, hell play his LaLiga match number 825, no outfield players has played more in Spain.
The Wycombe striker was incensed after being repeatedly called a fat water buffalo at last seasons League One play-off semi-final between the two sides, saying he felt dehumanised.
Charlton Athletics ESI nightmare is finally over, with the Addicks confirming Thomas Sandgaard has acquired 100 per cent of the London club.
When the The Borussia Dortmund star was asked to name the best players hes played with, he put the United forward at the top of the list, just as The Red Devils make a final push to sign him.
Reports on Friday suggested the Toffees are considering a move for Manchester Uniteds Sergio Romero after England No 1 Pickford made a series of errors.
Gunners manager Arteta spoke positively of Pepe as Arsenal prepare for back-to-back meetings with Liverpool first in the league and then the cup.
The French Tennis Federation said it deeply regrets these new restrictions after confirming only 1,000 fans per day will be allowed to attend the French Open.
EXCLUSIVE Fulham have joined Crystal Palace in the race to sign exciting Brentford winger Said Benrahma, with the Bees valuing their star asset at around £30m.
Kepa Arrizabalaga will start for Chelsea against West Brom as the game is too soon for new signing Edouard Mendy to play, revealed Frank Lampard.
The dominant performance United produced in their 3-0 win at Brighton on June 30 could be held up as template of what Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is trying to achieve at Old Trafford.
The absence of the England midfielder increases the chance of a first start for new signing Thiago Alcantara, who was Hendersons replacement at Stamford Bridge.
Both the Reds and the Gunners have taken six points from their opening matches in the Premier League, as Arteta continues to build on his promising first season in charge at the Emirates.
Tottenham are trying to drive down Inter Milans asking price for Milan Skriniar as Jose Mourinho admits he is determined to improve the balance of his squad before the transfer market closes.
Samatta had not featured so far this season for Villa, with the additions of Ollie Watkins for a club-record £28m and Bertrand Traore for £19m underlining his place in the pecking order.
EXCLUSIVE The grave issues are laid bare in harrowing testimony by two of the Springboks icons - captain Kolisi and try-scoring sensation Kolbe - in an exclusive interview with Sportsmail .
Enzo Zidane, the son of the Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane, is to sign for Wydad in Casablanca, according to his agent, Roberto Carlos, after he failed to impress at a string of European clubs.
The Hammers boss was sent home from the London Stadium in the build up to the east London clubs Carabao Cup tie with Hull City, while Issa Diop and Josh Cullen also tested positive.
Chelseas new £22million goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has revealed he has always adored the club ever since donning in a Blues shirt in a store for the first time as an excited 12-year-old.
Lewis Hamiltons maiden shot at matching Michael Schumachers victory record began by finishing a surprise last but one in opening practice for the Russian Grand Prix.
As much as every neutral wants Leeds United - two games, three points, seven scored, seven conceded - to be involved in 4-3 thrillers each weekend, it just isnt sustainable.
Tuesdays game at Brisbane Road was called off following an order by Waltham Forest Borough Council after several Orient players tested positive, in tests funded by Spurs.
Messi was embroiled in a transfer saga with the Catalan club this summer as the 33-year-old sought to trigger a clause in his contract that would allow him to walk away for free, ending a two decade spell.
David De Gea has brushed aside fears over his confidence, insisting he is in top shape and ready to fight Dean Henderson for his starting place at Manchester United.
Questions have been asked recently about the central defensive partnership of Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof, especially after last weekends defeat to Crystal Palace
After helping Madrid win four Champions League trophies and two LaLiga triumphs, he found himself out of favour under Zinedine Zidane and featured in just 20 matches last season.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that that the club will continue giving academy players a chance with just 13 regular first team squad players currently fit.
New signing Miralem Pjanic is ready to be a driving force in Barcelonas regeneration this season, aiming to put their Bayern Munich crisis firmly in the past.
The Toffees are monitoring Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romeros situation at Old Trafford with Everton identifying him as potential competition for the error-prone Jordan Pickford.
The centre-half was seen taking off an Arsenal shirt to reveal the colours of the French club after securing his £4.6million switch to the French club last year, causing a vicious backlash from fans.
With just under two weeks until the international transfer window closes on October 5, clubs across Europe are looking to bring in flesh blood as the 2020-21 season starts to get going.
EXCLUSIVE BY CHRIS FOY AND MATT HUGHES The Premiership Final is set to be moved from Twickenham for the first time to save money.
EXCLUSIVE BY CHRIS FOY AND MATT HUGHES The Premiership Final is set to be moved from Twickenham for the first time to save money.
A pile of players, was how co-owner David Sullivan described it. West Ham have spent £200million in two years but made a mess in the transfer market.
The Tottenham goalkeepers noticed the flaw in the warm-up and alerted Jose Mourinho, who said I am not a goalkeeper but when I spread my arms, I can tell the difference.
The Uruguayans game time became more limited once Mikel Arteta replaced Unai Emery as Gunners boss last season and he hasnt featured so far in this campaign.
The revolving door at Stamford Bridge hasnt stopped spinning this summer but Frank Lampards trimming of his Chelsea squad is unlikely to be over as the October 5 deadline approaches.
The Paris Saint-Germain star was not included in Scalonis selection for next months World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Bolivia despite enjoying a very good season.
The money raised from selling Arturo Vidal, Luis Suarez, Nelson Semedo and others has allowed one last push for No 1 transfer target Lautaro Martinez, the Inter Milan striker.
With the Super Cup final in extra time, Flick sent on the 32-year-old to shore up his defence but it was his contribution at the other end of the field that made the crucial difference.
The 18-year-old had let slip a 3-1 lead against the Rocket, who was in action for the first time since he triumphed at the Crucible. Hill then showed nerves of steel to fight back and win in Milton Keynes.
Lewis Hamilton goes into a potentially historic Russian Grand Prix threatening to defy Formula One bosses by breaking their anti-politics rules.
The Toxteth-born 19-year-old scored twice to help take the game beyond their hosts before half-time and dictated play from midfield like an experienced pro.
The 17-year-old son of former Stoke midfielder Rory put the holders ahead in Thursdays third-round tie with a fine 18th-minute strike from just inside the box at the Etihad Stadium.
John Terry backed his former Chelsea team-mate Bertrand Traore to shine at Aston Villa after his spectacular strike helped set up a Carabao Cup fourth-round tie against Stoke.
Max Sanders, 21, got his first taste of senior football last season when he made 22 appearances while on loan at AFC Wimbledon in League One. He is keen to get more regular playing experience.
Inspired by the excellent Ryan Kent, who scored and had two assists, a play-off against Galatasaray in Glasgow next week was comfortably secured by Rangers.
United have been chasing Sancho all summer but have been unable to reach an agreement with Borussia Dormtund, who have remained firm on their £108m asking price for the forward.
After 89 minutes of Riga mortis a last minute strike from substitute Mohamed Elyounoussi spared Celtic an untimely demise in the Europa League.
Kepa has endured a torrid time over the past 18 months, making a number of mistakes, and once again in the spotlight after his error led to Mane scoring in Sundays loss against Liverpool.
EXCLUSIVE BY KISHAN VAGHELA The trios dismissal in Skys search for greater diversity came almost 12 months after former England captain Gower waved goodbye to the broadcaster.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN Thousands of punters who poured life savings into a syndicate exposed by a Sportsmail investigation will receive a fraction of the money they thought they were due.
The Bolton-born midfielder, 31, has been the subject of several bids over the past four years and joined the Clarets for a fee understood to be £1million, potentially rising to £2.5m.
Chris Smalling is growing frustrated at Manchester United over the clubs transfer wrangle with Roma. United are refusing to budge on their asking price of £18million.
PHIL DEFREITAS I got involved with the London Schools Cricket Association two years ago - to provide youngsters of all backgrounds with an equal chance.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Fridays meetings at Newmarket, Uttoxeter, Haydock and Newcastle.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT HUGHES The ECB chief executive is explaining the strength of his commitment to improving crickets shocking record on diversity.
McElhenney, an American actor, director, producer and screenwriter, maintained the intrigue when, having been asked on Twitter Why Wrexham? replied Why not Wrexham?
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES In an interview with Sportsmail, Harrison outlined the ECBs intention to use a carrot and stick approach to improve a situation he described as disturbing.
Josh Taylor, arguably the best boxer in Britain at the moment, has to defend his unified world light-welterweight titles in an echoing York Hall empty of fans.
The goalkeepers noticed the flaw in the warm-up and alerted Mourinho, who said I am not a goalkeeper but when I spread my arms I know the difference.
Sportsmails SAM McEVOY will provide live UEFA coverage of the action this evening including all the live action and build-up for tonights games.
THE SECRET SCOUT Our scout is a top football expert who attends matches each week searching for the next star. Hell bring you his verdict in Sportsmail.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL The Football Association hope the Governments £100billion Operation Moonshot will make it safer for games at Euro 2020 to be played in front of a live crowd.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES In an interview with Sportsmail, Harrison outlined the ECBs intention to use a carrot and stick approach to improve a situation he described as disturbing.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT HUGHES The ECB chief executive is explaining the strength of his commitment to improving crickets shocking record on diversity.
EXCLUSIVE BY CHRIS FOY AND MATT HUGHES The Premiership Final is set to be moved from Twickenham for the first time to save money.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN Thousands of punters who poured life savings into a syndicate exposed by a Sportsmail investigation will receive a fraction of the money they thought they were due.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL A large number of EFL players are contractually obliged to forgo half their wages while they are playing in front of empty stands.
PETE JENSON AT THE PUSKAS ARENA Bayern Munich were tested by Sevilla in the UEFA Super Cup, but the Champions League winners came from behind to win it in extra time.
EXCLUSIVE BY IAN LADYMAN The coronavirus crisis is threatening to decimate English footballs vast scouting industry. Arsenal and Everton are among clubs to lay off scouts.
MARTIN SAMUEL Burnley manager Sean Dyche is right, theres one rule about bailing out the little guys in the tax havens of globalised trade, and quite another at Turf Moor.
KIERAN GILL Fit again but absent from Frank Lampards last two squads, he is considering his options ahead of October 5s deadline, with Ligue 1 PSG among the potential suitors.
DOMINIC KING AT THE LNER STADIUM Lincoln Citys goalkeeper was a Liverpool fan as a little boy and had spent the last week relishing the opportunity to face the champions.
Delap announced himself with a stunning goal on his senior debut on Thursday night. He is a fearless striker whose highlights are racking up the hits on YouTube.
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT ASHTON GATE STADIUM Bertrand Traore converted Jacob Ramseys lofted pass with a first-time effort that flew into the top corner and put Villa two up in the 14th minute.
Son Heung-Min and substitute Harry Kane scored late on as Tottenham survived a scare in North Macedonia to reach the Europa League play-off round on Thursday night.
PETE JENSON At the end of last season Simeones nose twitched when it became clear Barcelona were booting out Suarez. He had always wanted the club to sign the Barcelona star.
Despite the match taking place in a coronavirus hotspot, 20,000 supporters gathered in the Puskas Arena to cheer their teams on but there are fears the game will become a super spreader.
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT ASHTON GATE STADIUM Bristol City were barely given a chance to get into the game as Aston Villa cruised past them in the EFL Cup third round.
Andy Murray and Jo Konta will be given blasts of the past and future at the French Open next week after being handed the most awkward of first round tasks.
PAUL NEWMAN AT LORDS Byrom launched a counter-attack with Somerset in trouble on the first day the left-hander has looked a class act and went on to a brilliant century.
Andy Murray and Jo Konta will be given blasts of the past and future at the French Open next week after being handed the most awkward of first round tasks.
The Godolphin-owned colt, who won the Coronation Cup, Eclipse and International Stakes before finishing second to Magical in the Irish Champion Stakes, is 14-1 in the betting for the Arc.
The FIA is expected to tell Formula 1 drivers that only race suits will be allowed on the podium, after Lewis Hamilton wore a shirt with an anti-racism message at the Tuscan Grand Prix.
England midfielder Loftus-Cheek started first game of the season at Brighton but has failed to make Frank Lampards squad for subsequent matches against Liverpool and Barnsley.
Barcelona tried to lure the 31-year-old to the Nou Camp before the Gunners confirmed their captain had signed a new three-year deal worth £350,000-a-week after months of speculation over his future.
The striker is in the final two years of his contract with the French champions who are desperate for him to pen a new long-term deal - but negotiations have not progressed.
Another night of Carabao Cup action brings another opportunity for a giant killing and none would be more shocking than if League One minnows Lincoln could upset Liverpool. Follow it here.
Sportsmails SAM McEVOY will provide live UEFA coverage of the action this evening including all the live action and build-up for tonights games.
FANTASY FOOTBALL EXPERT The UEFA Mens Player of the Year nominee is a class act and given he is on set-pieces and penalties, hes a perfect all-rounder from a Fantasy perspective.
The Eagles are in the market for a new left back with doubts over Patrick van Aanholts future. The Dutchman, who is currently out injured, has less than 12 months on his current deal.
The 36-year-old is out of contract after leaving Paraguayan club Olimpia, and the Baggies may offer him a deal if they fail to sign a marksman before the extended window closes on October 13.
Former PSG captain Silva moved to west London on a free from Paris Saint-Germain earlier this summer as part of Lampards £230million overhaul of his squad.
Former West Ham boss Allardyce, who was in charge from 2011-2015 and guided the club to promotion, has described the way in which the owners dictate who signs.
Sheffield United lead the race to sign the 20-year-old and Blades manager Chris Wilder and Liverpools Jurgen Klopp had another discussion about him on Wednesday
With just under two weeks until the international transfer window closes on October 5, clubs across Europe are looking to bring in flesh blood as the 2020-21 season starts to get going.
EXCLUSIVE Rugby clubs have warned the end of the furlough scheme will send them further towards oblivion, as the Government announced new financial support measures for businesses.
AJ is currently next scheduled to face mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev later this year, but may then have to fight Oleksandr Usyk before a clash with Fury.
A hefty £45million fee may have caught people off guard, but over time Diogo Jota may well be worth his weight in gold over a gruelling season for Klopps champions.
Leeds have announced the signing of Diego Llorente from Real Sociedad. The 27-year-old defender has joined for an undisclosed fee and signed a four-year deal at Elland Road.
A pile of players, was how co-owner David Sullivan described it. West Ham have spent £200million in two years but made a mess in the transfer market.
Leeds Uniteds on-loan winger Jack Harrison says he is proud that he walked away from The Whites bitter rivals, Manchester United, as he battled his way to the Premier League..
Midfielder Joe Willock put in a powerful performance in Arsenals third-round Carabao Cup victory at Leicester and he insists the young Gunners in Mikel Artetas squad will be pushing for starts.
The 25-year-old Croatian impressed during last seasons loan stint to help the Baggies return to the Premier League as Championship runners-up and they are desperate to get him again.
Six trophies in fifteen years has proven Sevilla are well worthy of their Europa League specialists label, but such dominance has failed to translate in the UEFA Super Cup final.
Aston Villa striker Mbwana Samatta is in Turkey to negotiate a proposed move to Fenerbahce.The 27-year-old only joined in January, but has failed to have the desired impact.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has tested positive for coronavirus ahead of AC Milans Europa League qualifier against Norwegian club Bodo/Glimt.
The law amendment was proposed by world governing body FIFA to assist clubs in managing player workload in a congested calendar created by the coronavirus pandemic.
Jorginho has now emerged as a target for Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta as the club continue to track Lyons Houssem Aouar and Atletico Madrids Thomas Partey.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has tested positive for coronavirus ahead of AC Milans Europa League qualifier against Norwegian club Bodo/Glimt.
The Wycombe was repeatedly called a fat water buffalo at last seasons League One play-off semi-final between the two sides, saying he felt dehumanised by what he felt was a racist term.
Video footage shows Sevilla fans singing jubilantly on a packed plane to the Hungarian capital, which has been labelled as a risk area by the Robert Koch Institute in Germany.
The two teams have not met for more than 14 years, but clashes in the past between supporters have put police on red alert ahead of the behind closed doors clash.
The 42 year old, who won 62 caps for England, claims he was offered no support from teammates when the abuse was aimed at him and Ashley Cole during the Euro 2004 qualifying match in 2002.
The economic uncertainty across Europe is the chief reason for top-flight clubs so far recouping around £209million from straight player sales compared to £650m last year.
Luis Suarez broke down in tears as he proclaimed the end of an era at Barcelona after expressing gratitude for the clubs faith in him ahead of his exit.
Australian cricket great Dean Jones has died in India at the age of 59.
The Nigerian international, who has been filling in at the heart of Leicesters defence in the absence of Jonny Evans, was crocked in Sundays Premier League win over Burnley.
Dele Alli looks set to stay at Tottenham after PSG and the north London club failed to agree financial terms over a season-long loan move. The midfielder has been included in the Europa League squad.
Real Madrid and Barcelona have are usually defined by the superstars they recruit, but it is the outgoings over the past 12 months that have made the headlines for the LaLiga giants.
Man Utd have so far failed in their pursuit of their top target, Jadon Sancho, and ex-United striker Cole insists Solskjaer now has a job on his hands to persuade players to join.
Igor Aleksandrovic, a freelance reporter, was upset after being unable to ask Mourinho a question in the press conference to preview Thursdays game. But the Spurs boss came back to chat to him.
The 23-year-old joined Ole Gunner Solskjaers side from Ajax this summer in a £40m deal from the Dutch side, becoming Uniteds first and only signing of the window leading into the new campaign.
Man Utd have so far failed in their pursuit of their top target, Jadon Sancho, and ex-United striker Cole insists Solskjaer now has a job on his hands to persuade players to join.
Iron Mike has not stepped in the ring for 15 years but is intent on returning for a charity bout. He is scheduled to face Roy Jones Jr in November but is willing to meet AJ for a good cause.
The 28-year-old has joined the Blues in a £22million transfer from Ligue 1 outfit Rennes - in what will be a major boost to manager Frank Lampard. He is now expected to become their No 1 goalkeeper.
Hopper, Adam Smith and James Pearson - the son of then manager Nigel - were sent home in disgrace from a tour to Bangkok when the footage was obtained by a Sunday tabloid.
Josh Brownhills long-range strike shortly before half-time put Burnley ahead at Millwall before Matej Vydra sealed a 2-0 win. Sean Dyches men will host the winner of Man City vs Bournemouth.
City have already strengthened their defensive options by signing Nathan Ake from from Bournemouth, and Cerezo claims they have also tried to add Gimenez to their ranks.
The 33-year-old announced intentions to leave Catalonia after almost two decades with the club, attempting to walk away from the Nou Camp for free as a result of a clause in his contract.
The German has been left out of Frank Lampards last two matchday squads, including the 6-0 victory against Barnsley last night when Thiago Silva made his debut for the club.
The Uruguayan striker is poised to join Atletico for £5.5million after the two clubs thrashed out an agreement on Wednesday night. He is set to hold an emotional press conference on Thursday
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY Andrea Pirlo is rebuilding Juventus by merging Antonio Conte and Louis van Gaals philosophies together, and he has enjoyed quite a start.
With just under two weeks until the international transfer window closes on October 5, clubs across Europe are looking to bring in flesh blood as the 2020-21 season starts to get going.
World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has demanded Prime Minister Boris Johnson come to Morecambe to combat racism towards travellers. He led a march through his home town.
Despite the alterations made in the 2-0 win over Leicester there was still no room in the matchday squad for either Ozil or Matteo Guendouzi, who have yet to kick a ball this season.
Jurgen Klopps No 2 has made the bold claim that £45million signing Diogo Jota is at the same technical level as the current front three. He backs Jota to bring solutions.
Povetkin beat Dillian Whyte in a stunning upset and is already making plans for the future should he manage the same result again on November 21. He will pursue Tyson Fury.
If Mendy arrives in time he could be set to make his debut in this weekends trip to West Brom, with Kepa Arrizabalaga facing the drop after a difficult start to the season.
Technical director Steve Hitchen was in Milan in Wednesday for talks with Skriniars representatives. Tottenham reportedly attempted to include Tanguy Ndombele as part of a deal.
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard was delighted with Thiago Silvas impact both on and off the pitch after the Brazilian made his full debut in the 6-0 thrashing of Barnsley.
Newcastle Uniteds record signing Joelinton could have scored a hat-trick in the Carabao Cup against Morecambe but managed to not convert from one-yard out.
The 32-year-old could yet be pushed into negotiations with Sevilla for Jules Kounde though the Spanish would prefer a straight cash deal of around £65million for the 21-year-old.
As Sportsmail reported on Monday, Barcelona had a buy back option for the 25-year old but declined to take it up paving the way for Fulham to conclude a deal.
Brighton face a repeat visit from this Saturdays Premier League opponents Manchester United in the last 16 of the Carabao Cup after beating Preston.
Aston Villa are interested in a potential loan deal for Chelseas Ross Barkley or team-mate Ruben Loftus Cheek as they look to strengthen their midfield. Villa had asked about Tammy Abraham earlier.
The 27-year-old is out of contract next summer and the clubs remain apart in valuation. United are awaiting a revised bid from Roma for defender Chris Smalling who has made it clear he wishes to leave.
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard hailed the first of many great nights for Kai Havertz after the £89m forward scored a hat-trick in the 6-0 rout of Barnsley..
Despite the alterations made in the 2-0 win over Leicester there was still no room in the matchday squad for either Ozil or Matteo Guendouzi, who have yet to kick a ball this season.
Goals from Bernard and Michael Keane spared the shot-stoppers blushes but Everton fans aired their frustrations on Twitter, with some fans calling for Carlo Ancelotti to find a new No1.
Barca announced that they had agreed a deal which would see the Catalan club receive six million euros (£5.5m). Suarez joined Barca in 2014 and helped the club win four LaLiga titles.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Thursdays meetings at Perth, Newmarket, Pontefract and Kempton.
EXCLUSIVE BY CRAIG HOPE First-team physio Michael Harding and soft tissue therapist Wayne Farrage have not been seen at the club for the past week.
Devon Malcolm believes much more must be done to engage youngsters from Afro-Caribbean communities with what can be a prohibitively costly sport.
NASSER HUSSAIN The grim numbers show problems in desperate need of solving. Modern Britain is a multicultural society but we are not reflecting that across the 18 counties.
Testing players for coronavirus is not mandatory in the EFL. But that has led to significant problems - notably this week when Leyton Orients Carabao Cup tie against Tottenham was called off.
Co-owner Sullivan delivered a downbeat update on the clubs prospects of bringing in fresh faces before next months deadline and about their lack of funds for this window.
MIKE DICKSON IN PARIS Laura Clark, who Djokovic accidentally hit in the throat when he swished a ball away in anger during his fourth round, was back on duty 48 hours after.
The Chiefs have reached the semi-final of the European Champions Cup for the first time. It should be a vibrant occasion but the benefits of home advantage will be significantly diminished.
The economic uncertainty across Europe is the chief reason for top-flight clubs so far recouping around £209million from straight player sales compared to £650m last year.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL AND MATT HUGHES Premier League clubs fear a PR backlash if they do not organise a speedy cash bailout for financially troubled EFL clubs.
CRAIG HOPE IN FLORIDA Hudson was a young player at Newcastle United in the mid-Seventies, a maverick midfielder who found All-Star fame.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN Mike Stanley, whose Layezy Racing group collapsed following a Sportsmail probe. He owes members more than £158.7m, according to creditors.
SPORTSMAIL INVESTIGATION BY MATT HUGHES AND RICHARD GIBSON Among many alarming pieces of data, we found there were only 33 BAME players at 18 clubs.
First Glenn top-scored from No 8 with a 19-ball 26 as England recovered from a perilous 96 for six to reach an imposing 151 for eight after being put in to bat.
Dane ONeill could step in for the ride on Battaash in the Prix de LAbbaye de Longchamp a week on Sunday unless Covid-19 quarantine rules change, according to the sprinters trainer Charlie Hills.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DEREK LAWRENSON In this week when we should have been looking forward to a showdown at Whistling Straits, its only natural to recall the deeds of yesteryear.
IAN HEBERT AT THE KINGPOWER STADIUM With Mikel Arteta intent on assigning the tournament more significance, Willian arriving late on from the bench, this side could be the one to watch.
CRAIG HOPE Joelinton scored two goals for the first time in English football, one of them a belter, but the £40million strikers night will be best - or worst - remembered for a miss.
DOMINIC KING AT HIGHBURY STADIUM This has been an encouraging start to the season for Everton and, they are now into the Carabao Cup fourth round.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA AT STAMFORD BRIDGE Kai Havertz stole the show as Frank Lampards men run riot against Barnsley to book their spot in the next round of the Carabao Cup.
Formula One is set to stage the biggest sporting spectator-event of the Covid-19 era with 30,000 fans expected for the Russian Grand Prix.
From the bright lights of American showbiz to the hills and rain of North Wales, Reynolds and McElhenney are ready to put forward their vision at a Special General Meeting.
PAUL NEWMAN AT LORDS Last years county champions reduced perennial runners-up Somerset to 119 for four on a rain-affected first day of the Bob Willis Trophy final.
Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has made no secret of his desire to sign a replacement for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who left to join Tottenham Hotspur over the summer
Rashfords campaign has earned him widespread plaudits and an award from the Professional Footballers Association, and now Londons Mayor has thrown his weight behind the initiative.
The impact Nelson Semedos arrival in the Premier League could have at Wolves is equally as tantilising as the effect of his departure on Barcelona.
Manchester United are desperate to bring in a new left back and are understood to have made Porto defender Alex Telles their priority signing. Sportsmail looks at the Brazilians strengths...
Leicester host Arsenal at the King Power Stadium this evening in Carabao Cup third round action as Chelsea visit Barnsley where Thiago Silva could make his debut for the hosts.
The Wales international spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and Liverpool are keen to offload the 23-year-old as he does not feature in Jurgen Klopps plans.
The 53-year-old Dutchman, winner of 29 PDC titles, brought the curtain down on his glittering career at the end of 2019 after he suffered a first-round World Championship defeat.
Miura did not get on the scoresheet and was substituted near the hour mark before receiving a standing ovation from the 4,700 fans at the Todoroki Stadium.
Hungary has seen a huge rise in covid-19, with an average of 800 cases per day which is a big leap from the 20 or 30 cases a day they were recording less than a month ago.
The Spanish giants have slapped a €15million (£13.7m) price tag on the 20-year-old, who was on loan at Bundesliga club Schalke last season.
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Hamilton was accused of taking it too far by Petrov after he wore a T-shirt with the slogan Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor, in reference to the black woman who was killed by police in March.
The 19-year-old centre back turned down a new contract with the French side earlier this month and has reportedly told manager Claude Puel that he wants to move to the Premier League.
As much as Barton will want his League One upstarts to dump the Toffees out the cup, hell be thrilled if they enjoy a successful season as Carlo Ancelotti turns them into contenders.
Former Spurs and England boss Hoddle thinks Kane will leave the club if they fail to win any trophies this season under Jose Mourinho. The manager was brought in to win silverware.
Four games will be screened live on Saturday October 3 and six on the Sunday with coverage shared between Sky Sports and BT Sport as fans remain unable to attend matches.
The 17-year-old sensation enjoyed a breakthrough campaign at the Catalan giants last season, scoring eight goals and recording an assist for his side from his 33 appearances in 2019/20.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES AND SAMI MOKBEL Europes top clubs have been lobbying UEFA all summer for five subs to be permitted on the grounds of minimising player fatigue.
EXCLUSIVE Having been left out of the match day party to face Liverpool on Sunday, Sportsmail understands Rudiger has once again been left out of Lampards plans to play Barnsley on Wednesday.
In a sign of changing times in the game, Messi and Ronaldo didnt make the top three for the UEFA accolade after coming up short in the Champions League.
Thiago Silva has played against the worlds best players in top stadiums - but his first Chelsea game will be a Carabao Cup tie against Barnsley at an empty Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night.
While the wrath of Manchester United fans, frustrated by the clubs lack of transfers, continues to be directed towards Ed Woodward, Matt Judge continues to go about his business quietly.
Igor Aleksandrovic, a freelance reporter, was on the Zoom press conference previewing Spurs trip but failed to ask a question in time and was upset at missing out on speaking to Mourinho.
Last November, Alex Corbisiero was diagnosed with testicular cancer - something he announced publicly in March. He had seemingly been on the mend but sadly it has come back.
The Spanish club announced on Twitter on Wednesday morning that the defender has left the Nou Camp for the Premier League. Barcelona have let a number of stars leave the club this summer.
Conor Coady has not missed a Premier League game since Wolves were promoted in 2017 and featured in 57 of their 59 games in last seasons marathon campaign.
Bayern, who would go on to win the Champions League, overcame Chelsea 3-0 in the first-leg of their last-16 tie thanks to a double from Serge Gnabry and a Robert Lewandowski strike.
EXCLUSIVE BY JORDAN SEWARD Sportsmail has seen documents sent to Miller from a lab in LA and tests results have indicated the presence of GW501516 in the pill he claims to have taken.
The 33-year-old is a free agent having left Paris Saint-Germain in the summer after spending seven years in the French capital. He could be one of three Uruguayans joining Atletico this summer.
MIKE KEEGAN City offered to pay for the Cherries - relegated from the top flight last season - to bring in testing. But the south coast club have decided to stump up for it themselves
Usyk is the undisputed cruiserweight king, but is now targeting all the world heavyweight belts to keep himself on course for a WBO mandatory title fight with Anthony Joshua.
The £25million signing is well versed on the history and tradition of the club. He spoke of an appreciation for the fact that he has to earn the right to touch the famous sign.
Italian football is in mourning after a professional referee and his girlfriend have been stabbed to death at their home in Lecce on Monday.
Alli, who has been left out of the Spurs squad for the last two games, has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain in recent days after missing the games against Lokomotiv Plovdiv and Southampton.
Since moving to Barcelona from Liverpool in 2014, Suarez has netted a remarkable 197 times in 283 appearances but is now set to join LaLiga rivals Atletico.
Phone calls between a lawyer hired by Juventus and an official at the University of Perugia allegedly show them negotiating over passing the Uruguayan striker ahead of his Juve move.
David Moyes, along with players Issa Diop and Josh Cullen, were all informed they had tested positive at 6.20pm. The three immediately left the ground, but the match still went ahead.
EXCLUSIVE The Anfield clash on Monday night will be moved from 815pm to 8pm due to the new rules imposed by the British government that pubs must close at 10pm.
After Jurgen Klopp moved for Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota last week, those deals have reportedly concluded Liverpools incoming business for this window.
The Hammers have endured a summer of discontent after seeing no fresh faces walk through the door while they sold highly-rated Grady Diangana to West Brom for £20million.
The Hammers were rocked just moments before their Carabao Cup tie against Hull on Tuesday when David Moyes, plus Issa Diop and Josh Cullen tested positive for Covid-19.
Al-Khelaifi is accused of offering former FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke use of his villa in Sardinia, Italy, as a favour ahead of the television rights process for the 2026 and 2030 competitions.
Tyson Fury has spoken about his mental health demons during the coronavirus pandemic and how he has been coping as the world continues to adapt.
The 51-year-old has been spending almost a year studying the best route into boxing and the legendary MMA promoter has plans he will reveal to the public in due course.
The Spanish club announced on Twitter on Wednesday morning that the defender has left the Nou Camp for the Premier League. Barcelona have let a number of stars leave the club this summer.
The League Two outfits owner, Nigel Travis, told the Evening Standard that the club raised quadruple their usual shirt sales on Tuesday largely thanks to Tottenham fans playing their part.
The possibility of Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder going toe-to-toe without spectators has been dealt a knockout blow by the formers promoter, Frank Warren.
Al-Khelaifi is accused of offering former FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke use of his villa in Sardinia, Italy, as a favour ahead of the television rights process for the 2026 and 2030 competitions.
The German suffered devastating brain injuries in a skiing accident back in 2013 while on holiday in the French Alps and his condition has been closely guarded. But the outlook is not a positive one.
The 55-year-old Lamborghini chief executive is set to become the new head of Formula One, taking over from current chairman Chase Carey. Domenciali made his name at Ferrari.
Alvaro Morata has returned to Juventus in a bid to kickstart his career after stuttering spells at Chelsea and Atletico Madrid. He will be hoping to rediscover the form from his first spell in Turin.
The German suffered devastating brain injuries in a skiing accident back in 2013 while on holiday in the French Alps and his condition has been closely guarded. But the outlook is not a positive one.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side had the third best defensive record in the Premier League last season but look vulnerable to pace and disorganised during their defeat to Crystal Palace.
The 55-year-old Lamborghini chief executive is set to become the new head of Formula One, taking over from current chairman Chase Carey. Domenciali made his name at Ferrari.
Saracens are one loss from limbo-land after the Governments new coronavirus restrictions look to have set back the start of rugbys second-tier Championship.
The 28-year-old, who scored Germanys winning goal in the 2014 World Cup final, is a free agent after his contract with Dortmund expired earlier this summer after another frustrating campaign.
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Should Odegaards positive test be confirmed by the club, he will miss the LaLiga champions trip to Real Betis and the visit of Real Valladolid the following week while he self-isolates.
Barcelona have been in a state of crisis this summer amid the coronavirus crisis crippling their finances while they were left to pick up the pieces following the huge fall-out from the Lionel Messi transfer saga.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side had the third best defensive record in the Premier League last season but look vulnerable to pace and disorganised during their defeat to Crystal Palace.
PETE JENSON Serbian international striker Luka Jovic is available on loan this summer - that was the clearest conclusion to be drawn from Real Madrids opening day 0-0 draw with Real Sociedad.
Greenwood came off the bench to wrap up Manchester Uniteds Carabao Cup third-round win at Luton - before being offered one-on-one heading practice by Solskjaer.
Barcelona have endured a frustrating summer transfer window after struggling in their pursuits of both Lautaro Martinez and then Memphis Depay, who was viewed as a cheaper option.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY CRAIG HOPE Before Benitez ended Graham Carrs time as Newcastles chief scout three years ago, weekends were the preserve of European scouting missions.
Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho is desperate to bring in a striker in the closing stages of the summer transfer window to provide back-up for England international Harry Kane.
Lucas Torreira has fallen out of favour at the Emirates under manager Mikel Arteta and he could be on his way out this summer in order to raise vital transfer funds.
Callum Hudson-Odoi will start Chelseas Carabao Cup clash against Barnsley with manager Frank Lampards challenge to flourish again ringing in his ears.
Behind the scenes footage hilariously showed an exasperated and very relieved Richards race into the studio as co-hosts David Jones and Jamie Carragher laughed at the former defender.
Tottenham have asked Inter Milan about the availability of Slovakian defender Milan Skriniar after he was dropped by manager Antonio Conte towards the end of last season.
Manager David Moyes and players Josh Cullen and Issa Diop were forced to miss the game on Tuesday night after being told they had tested positive ahead of the match at the London Stadium.
Newport County reached the fourth round of the Carabao Cup for the first time in their history with a stunning 3-1 win over Championship side Watford at Rodney Parade on Tuesday night.
Barca first contacted the Canaries two weeks ago but the Championship side are holding out for a £20million bid after rejecting an offer of a loan deal without an obligation to buy.
JEFF POWELL Boxings long-term future will be thrown into jeopardy if the coronavirus prohibitions on crowds in arenas and kids going to fight gyms continue deep into next year.
Greenwood came off the bench to wrap up Manchester Uniteds Carabao Cup third-round win at Luton - before being offered one-on-one heading practice by Solskjaer.
Juventus have signed Spain striker Alvaro Morata on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid for £9m, the Italian champions announced on Tuesday.
The Premier League side went to win the third-round tie 3-0 but Henderson, who was making his United debut, prevented Nathan Jones team getting back into the game in the 81st minute.
The defender will be joining up with Rodrigo as another Spanish addition to the Leeds United line up. He will be fighting for position with Robin Koch and Liam Cooper.
Manchester United have set their sights on Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico as a possible alternative to Alex Telles. The Red Devils want to add a new left-back and offer competition to Luke Shaw.
With many fans still holding questions about the Governments announcement, Sportsmails Mike Keegan explains everything that happened on Tuesday and how football reacted.
Saracens are one loss from limbo-land after the Governments new coronavirus restrictions look to have set back the start of rugbys second-tier Championship.
The Premier League sparked a public battle with the Government on Tuesday by strongly condemning their decision to exclude fans from stadiums.
The playmaker has not been included in the starting XI for the Foxes since June 23 due to a hip problem that required surgery in the short break between the seasons.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY CRAIG HOPE Before Benitez ended Graham Carrs time as Newcastles chief scout three years ago, weekends were the preserve of European scouting missions.
Chelsea new boy Thiago Silva has revealed he previously had no interest in joining the Premier League, but the technical ability in recent years has won him over.
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER Boris Johnson loves football. He loves it when he is trying to score political points from Russia.
The teenager, who does not turn 18 until February, is the son of former Stoke City midfielder Rory Delap and has been fast-tracked to first team training after signing from Derby County last year.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN AND CRAIG HOPE Top flight clubs are at odds after it emerged that some have paid for their midweek EFL opponents to be tested and others have not.
EXCLUSIVE Orient spent the day trying to convince the EFL that the game could go ahead at their Breyer Group Stadium, but the plug was pulled just two hours before the scheduled kick-off.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY PAUL NEWMAN Overton has the chance to showcase the extra pace that England demanded of him when he spearheads Somersets latest attempt to land that elusive title.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES Broadcasters in the biggest Asian markets, including Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand, are unhappy with the rescheduling of many matches.
Carabao Cup third round gets underway this evening with Manchester United making visit to Luton Town in the late game with earlier action from West Ham and West Brom.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Wednesdays meetings at Perth, Redcar, Goodwood and Kempton.
Van Dijk has, over the course of the last two seasons, firmly established himself as the leading defender in English football, and arguably its most influential player overall.
The Essex off-spinner, 31, who played five Tests for his native South Africa in 2015, told Sportsmail last year he wanted to qualify for his adopted country.
MATT BARLOW AT KENILWORTH ROAD Manchester United are through to the next round of the EFL Cup with a 3-0 win over Luton Town.
Robert Snodgrass opened the scoring against his former side with a well-placed volley in the 18th minute before Sebastien Haller doubled their lead just before half-time.
Joe Cokanasiga marked the end of his year-long injury ordeal with a trademark act of box-office brilliance as Bath staged an astonishing comeback to maintain their title challenge.
The welterweight stars rise to the top of the 170-pound division can be attributed to his brash, no holds barred, antagonistic persona, in which the mantra all publicity is good publicity is befitting.
The club twitter account posted saying Issa Diop and Josh Cullen had been replaced in the starting XI by Harrison Ashby and Jack Wilshere, but with no explanation given.
In an astonishing statement chief executive Bill Sweeney begged for State help for the richest rugby-playing nation in the world to avoid his sport being wiped out.
Havertz played wide on the right on his debut against Brighton and was then used centrally in the 2-0 defeat against Liverpool before being hauled off at half-time.
Havertz played wide on the right on his debut against Brighton and was then used centrally in the 2-0 defeat against Liverpool before being hauled off at half-time.
Carabao Cup third round gets underway this evening with Manchester United making visit to Luton Town in the late game with earlier action from West Ham and West Brom.
Daniel Caplan, a 17-year-old from Glasgow, has been diagnosed with a brain tumour known as DMG (diffuse midline glioma, grade 4), which is currently incurable.
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Barca first contacted the Canaries two weeks ago but the Championship side are holding out for a £20million bid after rejecting an offer of a loan deal without an obligation to buy.
The German side want Sorloth to replace Timo Werner, following his £49m move to Chelsea , after the Norwegians stunning season on loan at Trabzonspo
Diogo Jotas departure for Liverpool could pave the way for Douglas Costa to join Wolves. Combined with Adama Traore, the pair could make for a frighteningly pacey attack force.
The striker is in the final two years of his contract with the French champions and there had been talk that the 21-year-old was considering his options amid interest from other clubs.
The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move for Partey throughout the transfer window as they look to strengthen their resources in midfield.
New Chelsea signing Thiago Silva has opened up on meeting the young fan who shot to fame by rapping a song in his honour during last years Glastonbury Festival.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY New signing Amadou Diawara, 23, was fielded in the under-22 section of Paulo Fonsecas squad for the league opener, meaning he was ineligible to play.
JOE BERNSTEIN If United fans are searching for solace following their worst opening-day result for 25 years, there are examples of clubs turning around miserable starts to the season.
Football fans are set to be locked out of stadiums for the entire season, with doors already being shut on rugby and racing as the Governments new six-month Covid clampdown cripples British sport.
EXCLUSIVE BY RIATH AL-SAMARRAI Joshuas fight with Kubrat Pulev will go ahead this year irrespective of the announcement that fans cannot return to sporting events from October.
With Joe Gomez and Joel Matip unavailable, midfielder Fabinho sat in at centre back and played superbly, nullifying Timo Werner and guiding the Reds to a clean sheet during the 2-0 victory.
Sportsmail reported on Monday that as many as 10 Orient players had tested positive for coronavirus, and players from both clubs were convinced the game would be postponed.
Chelsea host the Championship club at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night following their defeat to Liverpool on Sunday afternoon, with a Sadio Mane double downing Lampards side.
Alli started the opening game of the season against Everton but was hauled off at half-time and then left out of the trips to Lokomotiv Plovdiv and Southampton and is now nearing the exit door.
Bale won 13 major trophies with the club and was a vital part of the team that ended a 12-year barren spell in the Champions League, but he has been on the end of plenty of criticism.
Bale won 13 major trophies with the club and was a vital part of the team that ended a 12-year barren spell in the Champions League, but he has been on the end of plenty of criticism.
Englands top flight had previously intended for some supporters to return to stadiums from next month, but those plans have now been cancelled.
The Carabao Cup starts getting serious as the top-six sides enter the competition at round three which begins on Tuesday. Sportsmail looks at ten youngster who could impress in midweek...
Frenchman Saint-Maximin limped off before the break having aggravated an ankle problem, while £13.5million summer signing Lewis suffered a cut eye which led to Yves Bissoumas dismissal.
The 28-year-old goalkeeper is set to sign a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge and will compete with under-fire keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga for the No 1 jersey at Chelsea.
The 28-year-old goalkeeper is set to sign a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge and will compete with under-fire keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga for the No 1 jersey at Chelsea.
The Carabao Cup starts getting serious as the top-six sides enter the competition at round three which begins on Tuesday. Sportsmail looks at ten youngster who could impress in midweek...
Bale won 13 major trophies with the club and was a vital part of the team that ended a 12-year barren spell in the Champions League, but he has been on the end of plenty of criticism.
Tuesday nights Premiership match as well as Bristols game next Wednesday against Leicester at Ashton Gate will now both be played behind closed doors.
The Dundee midfielder, formerly of Liverpool and Stoke, added that he is completely relaxed about the prospect of contracting COVID-19 amongst players who have not been regularly tested.
Garbutt was released by Everton in June but when asked about the left-backs departure, Ancelotti admitted he didnt know who he was before being informed by the clubs press officer.
The defender will be Leeds second Spain international of the window having recruited Rodrigo from Valencia. Llorente, 27, has been interested in a move to the Premier League for some time.
There could be mayhem in pubs across Britain if football fans are kicked out early to comply with the new curfew rules. Pubs must close at 1000pm, thats before some games will have finished.
After a mammoth summer spend which looks set to smash through the £250million mark, there is plenty of pressure being placed on the shoulders of Frank Lampard.
United were soundly beaten at home by the Eagles in their first game of the Premier League season, with former player Wilfried Zaha scoring twice for his boyhood side.
Frenchman Saint-Maximin limped off before the break having aggravated an ankle problem, while £13.5million summer signing Lewis suffered a cut eye which led to Yves Bissoumas dismissal.
The League Two clubs owner appeared on talkSPORT on Tuesday morning but revealed he had yet to hear whether the game, scheduled to kick-off at 6pm, was still going ahead or not.
Barcelona striker Suarez flew to Perugia last week and passed a dual citizenship test in order to speed up his move to Serie A giants Juventus, only for the move to fall through anyway.
Guendouzi has not featured in any of Artetas squads this season, being left out of the Community Shield victory against Liverpool and the Premier League wins against Fulham and West Ham.
United were soundly beaten at home by the Eagles in their first game of the Premier League season, with former player Wilfried Zaha scoring twice for his boyhood side.
The Reds are still looking at options to strengthen the depth in attack. Sarr could yet join and wages of £120,000-a-week are on the table for the rapid Senegalese winger.
There will be 20,100 supporters inside Puskas Arena on Thursday evening for the UEFA Super Cup between Bayern Munich and Sevilla. Fears over the game are growing.
Guendouzi has not featured in any of Artetas squads this season, being left out of the Community Shield victory against Liverpool and the Premier League wins against Fulham and West Ham.
Inter were keen to sign the Chile international in January after Vidal became embroiled in a contract dispute with Barcelona and the club have at last got their wish after signing the midfielder.
The League Two clubs owner appeared on talkSPORT on Tuesday morning but revealed he had yet to hear whether the game, scheduled to kick-off at 6pm, was still going ahead or not.
Barcelona striker Suarez flew to Perugia last week and passed a dual citizenship test in order to speed up his move to Serie A giants Juventus, only for the move to fall through anyway.
The Croatian boss came onto the pitch at half-time in his sides defeat to Everton on Saturday and was shown a red card by referee Mike Dean for his protests. The FA has now charged him.
Arsene Wenger tried to persuade Messi to follow Fabregas to Arsenal, but the Argentine opted to stay at the club. The Barca youth graduates were reunited when Fabregas returned to Barca..
The striker left the Serie A club to join Real Madrid in 2016 but is set to rejoin the club on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid - with his exit paving the way for Luis Suarezs arrival from Barcelona .
Iron Mike is in training for his boxing return, when he takes on Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout on November 28. Tyson retired in 2005 but has looked in sensational shape in training.
Ibe impressed during a 24-game loan spell at Derby in the 2014/15 season but had a difficult four seasons on and off the pitch for the Cherries in which he scored just three Premier League goals.
Ibe impressed during a 24-game loan spell at Derby in the 2014/15 season but had a difficult four seasons on and off the pitch for the Cherries in which he scored just three Premier League goals.
Neymar was sent off after VAR found that he had thrown a punch at Gonzalez, before the Brazilian took to social media to insist that the defender was racially abusive towards him.
There will be 20,100 supporters inside Puskas Arena on Thursday evening for the UEFA Super Cup between Bayern Munich and Sevilla. Fears over the game are growing.
The 20-year-old England international will leave Borussia Dortmund in the future but the Bundesliga giants will not be selling him at all this season, according to director Sebastian Kehl.
Iron Mike is in training for his boxing return, when he takes on Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout on November 28. Tyson retired in 2005 but has looked in sensational shape in training.
The Real Madrid outcast arrived in north London at the end of last week to complete his temporary move back to Spurs, but it could turn into something more permanent if things go well this season.
CHRIS WHEELER It has been easy to write off Manchester Uniteds malaise as a hangover. A blip. A temporary fault to be fixed before normal service is resumed. But the reality is very different.
Despite enjoying Champions League together in 2015 and claiming four LaLiga titles, he admits there was only respect between himself and the clubs star duo.
A new book has revealed how Zlatan Ibrahimovic clashed with Sweden team-mates throughout his international career, including before his incredible four-goal salvo against England in 2012.
Four clubs in the league - including Dagenham & Redbridge, Yeovil Town, Dartford and Notts County - received approval last week to hold test events with 1,000 fans for today and Saturday.
United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eager to strengthen his sides defensive options, especially after they started their Premier League season with a 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace.
It appears the Uruguayan has no future at Barcelona beyond this summer, with the club trying to clear him from their wage bill, but the club are reportedly being very specific about who he can sign for.
A new book has revealed how Zlatan Ibrahimovic clashed with Sweden team-mates throughout his international career, including before his incredible four-goal salvo against England in 2012.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic claimed he could have scored four goals if he were a younger man despite leading AC Milan to an opening day victory over Bologna in Serie A.
Four clubs in the league - including Dagenham & Redbridge, Yeovil Town, Dartford and Notts County - received approval last week to hold test events with 1,000 fans for today and Saturday.
The Real Madrid outcast arrived in north London at the end of last week to complete his temporary move back to Spurs, but it could turn into something more permanent if things go well this season.
The Serbian has been frozen out by Zinedine Zidane and was left on the bench as Real sought a goal in their opening day LaLiga draw with Real Sociedad on Sunday.
CHRIS WHEELER It has been easy to write off Manchester Uniteds malaise as a hangover. A blip. A temporary fault to be fixed before normal service is resumed. But the reality is very different.
Despite enjoying Champions League together in 2015 and claiming four LaLiga titles, he admits there was only respect between himself and the clubs star duo.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic claimed he could have scored four goals if he were a younger man despite leading AC Milan to an opening day victory over Bologna in Serie A.
The Holland centre-back has enjoyed a meteoric rise since making the move from Southampton to Liverpool in 2018 and finished second in last years Ballon dOr rankings.
Everton reportedly told Manchester United that they would need to pay £80million if they wanted to sign striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the current transfer window.
Daniel Podence has received high praise on social media after he pulled off an audacious nutmeg against Kevin De Bruyne during Wolves Premier League defeat by Manchester City.
The striker left the Serie A club to join Real Madrid in 2016 but is set to rejoin the club on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid - with his exit paving the way for Luis Suarezs arrival from Barcelona.
The Italian champions are willing to listen to offers for the 26-year-old as they look to balance the books. Rugani has been offered to Premier League clubs with Juventus hoping to sell to the highest bidder.
Whist his comments on both football and the BLM movement have been praised, Richards told Sky Sports that he believes he is still unfairly targeted online, as is fellow pundit Alex Scott.
Former Manchester United midfielder Morrison, 27, has joined his 11th club following his release from Sheffield United in the summer, signing for Eredivisie side ADO Den Haag.
City were without seven first-team players for Mondays impressive 3-1 win at Wolves to injury, Ilkay Gundogan joining the list after testing positive for coronavirus ahead of the game.
Goals from Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden and Gabriel Jesus secured a 3-1 victory against a side who beat them twice last season and Carragher was suitably impressed on Monday night.
DEREK LAWRENSON The hardest-working man in golf won Americas national championship. A man who has never been afraid to think outside the box and challenge accepted wisdom.
CHRIS FOY AT THE AJ BELL STADIUM Steve Diamonds men raced into a 10-0 lead early on, only for Harlequins to score 19 unanswered points before the hosts staged a dramatic fightback.
The 33 year-old Serb put the events of Flushing Meadows behind him by winning the Italian Open final last night, recovering from a slow start to beat pugnacious Argentinian Diego Schwartzmann.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Tuesdays meetings at Beverley, Newcastle, Warwick and Lingfield.
More than six months after rain robbed them of the chance to reach the T20 World Cup final, Englands women began to get the disappointment out of their system with a resounding win over West Indies.
JOFRA ARCHER Apart from the World Cup last summer, I havent won much in my career and this years Indian Premier League represents an opportunity to claim some more silverware.
Alli has been left out of the previous two matchday squads for Jose Mourinho, plunging his future into uncertainty. PSG have a concrete interest in Alli, and Antonio Conte is a long-term admirer.
Goalkeeper Mendy, 28, is on the verge of sealing his move after Chelsea agreed a £22m deal with Rennes and imminent arrival will intensify the pressure on under-fire Kepa Arrizabalaga.
The benefits of an empty stadium are not something those inside football care to discuss publicly, when the sport needs its fans back so much, but an executive at one club has reflected on an up side.
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER It is a lot easier to like Slaven Bilic than it is Mike Dean. Maybe that is the reason so many remain in denial about events on Saturday.
JACK GAUGHAN AT MOLINEUX John Stones looked back on the form he once showed in Manchester Citys opening win at Wolves. The performance may not save his career at the club.
The Russian held the economic rights to the players through a company based in British Virgin Islands and one of them, Peruvian winger Andre Carrillo, played against Chelsea in 2014.
MARTIN SAMUEL AT MOLINEUX For the first 45 minutes we saw why Manchester City could be title contenders; for the next 45 we discovered why any challenge may just fizzle out again.
Despite their lavish summer spending this year, Chelsea have retained the lingering reminder that their £72m goalkeeper Kepa has spectacularly underperformed.
Dele Allis career is at a crossroads after being shunned by Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho for the last two matches. Sportsmail looks at his options including PSG and Inter Milan...
According to French outlet LEquipe, Jurgen Klopps side are keeping an eye on the forwards situation with Real also hoping to lure him away from the Ligue 1 side.
KIERAN GILL AT VILLA PARK This time, the watch buzzed and the goal was given, but Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder and his players left Villa Park feeling a similar sense of injustice.
PETE JENSON Serbian international striker Luka Jovic is available on loan this summer - that was the clearest conclusion to be drawn from Real Madrids opening day 0-0 draw with Real Sociedad.
The 22-year-old left Everton for Red Bull Leipzig last year in a £16.5million deal but has struggled for playing time making just 13 appearances last season.
Solskjaers side travel to Luton Town in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night, when the United boss will make a number of changes and leave some of his stars at home to step up their fitness.
Manchester City face a tricky first match of the season away to Wolves in the Premier League on Monday night. Sportsmail will provide all the team news, build-up and live commentary.
Solskjaers side were stunned on Saturday night in their Premier League opener, slumping to a 3-1 defeat at home to Crystal Palace and Carragher expressed his doubts about Uniteds midfield.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL Tottenham and Leyton Orient players believe Tuesdays Carabao Cup clash will be called off after a Covid outbreak at the League Two club.
Rising star Henderson joined Uniteds academy as a 14-year-old in 2011 and his prolonged push for a starting berth has been strengthened by first-choice goalkeeper David de Geas erratic form.
Micah Richards believes Manchester City have some serious defensive issues to sort out if they are to reclaim their place as champions of England this season.
It was a Premier League weekend so jam-packed with goals it wouldnt have looked out of place in sepia tone. 39 over the course of eight matches on Saturday and Sunday with two fixtures still to come.
The Gunners were hunting a back-up goalkeeper following the sale of Emiliano Martinez to Aston Villa last week. But Mikel Arteta has got his man, with the 25-year-old signing a four-year deal.
The Uruguayan is currently a free agent after his contract at Champions League runners-up PSG expired in the summer, and therefore Zinedine Zidane could pursue a move for the 33-year-old.
Premier League and European clubs are continuing to work hard to try and get transfer deals over the line with the new season now underway. Recap all the updates with Sportmails Ieuan Ivett.
The 32-year-old Rakitic played 106 times for his country in a storied midfield partnership with Luka Modric that lasted for more than a decade.
Pep Guardiola has reportedly lost ground on the French champions, who are keen to make the 29-year-old centre-back their key defensive signing of the summer in a deal worth £75million.
Aston Villa host Sheffield United in the first of two games on Monday evening in the Premier League. Sportsmail will provide all the build-up and live coverage - kick-off is at 600pm at Villa Park.
Blues were still reeling from Liverpools opener when Kepa recklessly passed straight to Mane in front of goal, and the Senegal international controlled skilfully before passing into an empty net.
While the other top Premier League clubs have all strengthened, United have only brought in Donny van de Beek and were well beaten in their opening fixture at home to Crystal Palace.
The defender, who initially joined on loan from Bournemouth in January 2019, helped play a key part in the clubs promotion to the Premier League and subsequent survival last season.
Silva has one of footballs most glittering CVs with a Scudetto success at AC Milan followed by 18 domestic honours in France. He has also won the Confederations Cup and Copa America.
Youth team coach Louis Lancaster oversaw the England internationals development while at Watford, before seeing him move on to Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund.
The 19-year-old, who is the cousin of Reds legend Steven Gerrard, left Anfield in acrimonious circumstances last summer, but is yet to make a first team appearance for the Serie A club.
Evras plea for the clubs hierarchy to stop being so arrogant comes just days after United began their Premier League campaign with a woeful 3-1 home defeat by Crystal Palace on Saturday evening.
The record for the most number of goals in a single Premier League weekend could be broken on Monday with just five goals needed to eclipse the all-time total in the modern era.
On Monday morning, it was reported that Palace had submitted an offer of £19m plus £6m in add ons, while inserting a £37m buy-back clause as part of the deal, but Palace say that is untrue.
Tottenhams Carabao Cup clash with Leyton Orient could be in doubt after the League Two club announced that a number of first team players have tested positive for coronavirus.
QPR players did not take the knee before their 3-2 defeat by Coventry on Friday night, a sight that has become commonplace since the return of football as a gesture of support for the anti-racism movement.
Winger Willock, 22, spent the second half of last season on loan at Huddersfield who now want to make the move permanent. They have agreed a package in the region of £1million.
Despite long-term interest from Juventus it appears that Atletico Madrid is the next destination for the Uruguayan striker, according to Spanish outlet RAC.
Tomori came off the bench after Andreas Christensens red card for his first Blues outing in seven months on Sunday, as Sadio Manes brace sealed Liverpools Premier League win.
Palaces bid is comprised of £19m plus £6m in add ons, while there is also a £37m buy-back clause as part of the deal, which would give the Reds first refusal on the striker if they sell him in the future.
While Jose Mourinho will rotate his side for the Carabao Cup third round, including a possible debut for Joe Hart, he has limited options up front. That is likely to mean Kane will not get a rest.
Edinburgh died last June from a heart attack aged only 49, a month after managing Orient back into the Football League. He played 276 times for Spurs between 1990 and 2000 and won the FA Cup.
Hungarian Socialist Party MP Ildiko Borbely accused UEFA - who are looking for answers as to how coronavirus spreads at mass events - of using the Super Cup as medical research.
The New Zealander made it through to the weekends play at the second major of the year, but on the final green in the third round at Winged Foot, Lees tournament unravelled in dramatic fashion.
The New Zealander made it through to the weekends play at the second major of the year, but on the final green in the third round at Winged Foot, Lees tournament unravelled in dramatic fashion.
Torreiras future is uncertain, with new boss Mikel Arteta looking to strengthen his midfield before the transfer window closes. Thomas Partey and Houssem Aouar have been heavily linked.
Gundogan has become the third City player to test positive for COVID-19 since the start of the new season after Aymeric Laporte and Riyad Mahrez also returned positive tests.
Wagner took over at the Bundesliga club last year after a successful spell with the Terriers, but the 48-year-old set a new club record last season when Schalke went 16 league games without a win.
Hungarian Socialist Party MP Ildiko Borbely accused UEFA - who are looking for answers as to how coronavirus spreads at mass events - of using the Super Cup as medical research.
The Liverpool boss did not take kindly to a member of his coaching staff clapping and cheering when Christensens yellow card for hauling down Sadio Mane was upgraded to a red by VAR.
Torres spent four years at Liverpool between 2007 and 2011 before joining Chelsea in a £50 million move and picked a host of star names in his dream team, while also opting for some surprise choices.
Former two-time world champion Briggs - who applied for a British boxing license last year - has not boxed in more than four years since a first-round knockout win on a David Haye undercard.
Former two-time world champion Briggs - who applied for a British boxing license last year - has not boxed in more than four years since a first-round knockout win on a David Haye undercard.
Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is also due to fight mandatory IBF challenger Kubrat Pulev on December 12 this year, with promoter Eddie Hearn insisting that the bout will not be postponed again.
Ibe was released by Bournemouth at the end of last season after a difficult four seasons in which he scored just three Premier League goals, despite costing the club a huge £15million.
The defender is worried United could fall behind the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea, who have spent vast sums on star names this summer, while United have failed to land their biggest transfer targets.
KIT HOLDEN IN GERMANY If you squinted, you could almost believe that everything was back to normal. As the Bundesliga returned to action this week, so did its fans.
Premier League and European clubs are continuing to work hard to try and get transfer deals over the line with the new season now underway. Follow all the updates with Sportmails Ieuan Ivett.
Their first-choice central defensive pairing of Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof looked vulnerable to Palaces pace during Saturdays 3-1 defeat at Old Trafford.
The Lakers were wearing special mamba black tribute jerseys following Kobe Bryants tragic death in a helicopter crash in January, but his memory appeared to inspire them to a dramatic win.
PETER CROUCH This week our resident columnist talks Gareth Bales sensational Tottenham return and Manchester Uniteds puzzling transfer strategy.
DeChambeau carded a closing 67 to finish six under par, a record winning score by two shots at a revered venue where only two players had finished in red figures in five previous US Opens.
Norwegian international Martin Odegaard spent last season on loan at Sociedad but lined up against his former team-mates in midfield to make his third appearance for Real Madrid.
The Wales star, who is currently out with a knee injury, sealed a return to Spurs last week on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid, seven years after leaving north London for the Spain.
There werent many cool heads as Kieran Gibbs received a red card in Evertons thrashing of West Bromwich Albion on Saturday afternoon. He caught James Rodriguez with an arm.
The official sent off West Brom manager Slaven Bilic at half-time in their 5-2 defeat by Everton after the Croatian boss aired his unhappiness at some of his first half decisions.
The 20-year-old academy product came off the bench to replace Rodrygo with 20 minutes remaining as Zinedine Zidanes side looked to break the deadlock at the Reale Seguros Stadium.
Andrea Pirlo appears to already be very comfortable in his new role as Juventus manager, and may even take the surprising decision to rest Cristiano Ronaldo at times this season.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGES Sportsmail has learned that five clubs have withdrawn from the competition due to virus issues ahead of the first qualifying round, which begins tomorrow.
Vidal had a year remaining on his Barcelona contract but the Spanish club have reportedly agreed to release him for variable performance-related bonuses.
Rory McIlroys 21st major championship since his last victory came and went last night with him no nearer to finding the key to unlocking his six-year drought.
Bryson DeChameau has been crowned the 2020 US Open champion, finally earning the chance to silence his doubters. The 27-year-old beat American debutant Matt Wolff by six points on Sunday.
Its been a little over four years since Match of the Day viewers were treated to seeing Gary Lineker present the show in nothing but his underwear, but could it happen again next year?
DEREK LAWRENSON Now thats what you call having the last laugh. Bryson DeChambeau, the man ridiculed for putting on three stones in weight, is the new US Open Champion.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Mondays meetings at Hamilton, Leicester, Warwick and Wolverhampton.
CHRIS FOY - WORLD OF RUGBY While a 25-17 Heineken Champions Cup victory in the Irish capital extended Saracens defence of their title to the last four, it meant so much more than that.
A beauty from Jack Nowell, to add to tries from Henry Slade, Jonny Hill and two for the superb Jacques Vermeulen meant the Chiefs line up against rugby royalty next Saturday.
In the absence of any Ryder Cup, the three Englishmen left in the US Open had to settle for glamour match-ups in the final round that would have represented a good rehearsal.
The long-serving Coleman was so incensed with a 3-0 defeat at Wolves towards the end of last season that he publicly told his team-mates to look in the mirror and ask if they could do more.
CHRIS SUTTON Kepa Arrizabalaga cost Chelsea £71.6million in 2018 but has never proven worthy of being the worlds most expensive goalkeeper. In football, you get a chance to redeem yourself.
MARK CLATTENBURG The Premier League is plagued by confusion over what is and is not a handball, and the PGMOL should be doing something about it.
Its all doom and gloom right now, but its funny how a signing or two can change the mood at a club. Look at Tottenham and Jose Mourinho.
Dean Smith believes divine intervention may have kept Aston Villa in the Premier League as he reflected on the lucky escape they had against Monday nights opponents Sheffield United.
The comparisons were not favourable to United and nowhere more so than on the pitch where they were exposed and dispatched by a sharper, better Crystal Palace team.
Marcelo Bielsa does not appear to have offered any general advice to Klich when he found him languishing back at Leeds. He simply trusted in his ability to coach him.
SPORTS AGENDA - MIKE KEEGAN Chelseas architects say they wish to provide a proportionate and unobtrusive scheme to suitably protect the site from identified risks or security breaches.
Mikel Arteta says he doesnt believe in luck, but David Moyes might believe in bad luck after this. West Ham were the better side and yet suffered their second defeat of the season.
JOE MARLER The pressure of professionalism is a huge problem in rugby, one that should have been brought into the spotlight long before it was.
Tactical, the Queens horse, landed the Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot and the July Stakes at Newmarket but a run on soft ground in the Group One Prix Morny at Deauville did not work out.
The team known as the Mackerel Men were seven points clear at the top of the Isthmian Premier with seven to play when the axe came from the FA and ruled their fine campaign to be void.
Antonio Rudiger was left out despite being fully fit, as revealed by MailOnline ahead of kick-off, placing a question mark over his future at the club. He was also an unused substitute last week.
Follow all the action as Real Madrid take on Real Sociedad in their first game of the La Liga season. Sportsmail will provide live coverage, including score, lineups, and build-up.
And in sporting father-son terms, there is no shadow greater and no expectation bigger than that on Michael Schumachers son, Mick, as he prepares to carve out his own career in Formula One.
Thiago had 89 touches after he was introduced for Jordan Henderson, Liverpools captain having been withdrawn to a protect a tight thigh, and made 75 passes - more than any Chelsea player.
Young players can lift spirits of disgruntled fans, at least temporarily, and making his debut for Los Che in their LaLiga season opener against Levante, 17-year-old Yunus Musah did just that.
JUVENTUS 3-0 SAMPDORIA Andrea Pirlo started his tenure as Juventus manager with a 3-0 victory over Sampdoria, with Cristiano Ronaldo amongst the scorers.
Liverpool scored a comfortable victory over 10-man Chelsea on Sunday at Stamford Bridge to preserve their 100 per cent record in the Premier League after two games this season.
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE KING POWER STADIUM The last time Leicester produced back-to-back wins at the beginning of a Premier League season, they ended it as champions.
The Chelsea head coach has admitted he will fight to boost Kepa Arrizabalagas brittle confidence after the keepers latest mistake in Chelseas 2-0 Premier League loss to Liverpool.
The 28-year-old produced yet another scintillating display for the Merseyside club with both goals in a 2-0 victory, and Carragher said the Senegalese could eclipse some of Liverpools best ever players.
The Liverpool boss hailed Fabinhos performance at centre-back after Liverpool beat 10man Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge thanks to a second-half brace from Sadio Mane in west London.
Tadej Pogacar became the first Slovenian to win the Tour de France after he retained the yellow jersey in the 21st stage on Sunday, a day after he pulled off a major coup to take the overall lead.
The Spaniard was at fault once again for the Blues after inadvertently passing the ball straight to the onrushing Sadio Mane to allow an easy finish for the Liverpool forward.
The Sky Spots pundit has questioned whether Chelseas new £89million signing fits into their system after another quiet match in front of goal against Premier League champions Liverpool.
The new Liverpool signing made more passes than every Chelsea player on his Premier League debut - despite only playing 45 minutes. Thiago came off the bench at half-time and performed very well.
Follow all the action as Real Madrid take on Real Sociedad in their first game of the La Liga season. Sportsmail will provide live coverage, including score, lineups, and build-up.
That first nervy moment led to a brief wobble and couple of dodgy clearances from Kepa which he and Chelsea survived then but were merely a sign of things to come.
MARTIN SAMUEL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE Yes, the dismissal of Andreas Christensen decided this game. But, more than that, it was about the gulf between Liverpool and the rest.
Premier League and European clubs are working hard to try and get transfer deals over the line ahead of the new season. Follow all the latest updates with Sportsmails JACK KINNERSLEY..
Chelsea defender Christensen was dismissed just before half time for hauling down Sadio Mane. Christensen was sent off after referee Paul Tierney consulted the pitchside monitor.
Follow all the action, including live updates, score, and lineups, as Burnley get their Premier League season underway with a visit to the King Power Stadium to take on Leicester City this evening.
The Premier League champions are worrying about the fitness of their club captain who was injured during the Merseysiders Premier League clash away at Chelsea on Sunday.
It is understood Liverpool are willing to srike a deal with Palace, but are demanding a buy-back option and sell-on clause for £20m-rated Brewster.
Jordan Hendersons long ball caught out the Chelsea defence with Christensen bundling Mane to the ground before he could knock the ball past the on-rushing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Jordan Hendersons long ball caught out the Chelsea defence with Christensen bundling Mane to the ground before he could knock the ball past the on-rushing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
ADAM SHERGOLD AT THE BET365 STADIUM Nakhi Wells and Andreas Weimann scored as Bristol City secured a 2-0 victory away to Stoke.
Technology intervened with a minute of normal time remaining after Albion midfielder Bissouma caught opponent Lewis in the face with his studs as he moved his leg up and backwards behind him.
Dele Alli was training at the clubs north London base while Son Heung-min scored four and Harry Kane added another in a romp for Tottenham on the south coast against Southampton.
RB LEIPZIG 3-1 MAINZ - RB Leipzig cruised to a comfortable 3-1 victory against Mainz in their opening match of the Bundesliga season in front of 8,500 fans.
Newcastle welcome Brighton to St James Park this afternoon as Steve Bruces men look to build on Premier League opening win. Follow all the action with Sportsmail here.
Kolbe showed his class at the beginning and end of the first half as he twice stepped inside Irish wing Jacob Stockdale to round off sweeping moves in a game which saw the hosts score five tries.
ADAM SHERGOLD AT THE BET365 STADIUM Nakhi Wells and Andreas Weimann scored as Bristol City secured a 2-0 victory away to Stoke.
Nuno Espirito Santo has been searching for a replacement for Matt Doherty following his departure to Tottenham and reportedly sees Semedo as the ideal candidate.
PETE JENSON Real Madrids inability to bring in a big name this summer means there is another opportunity for Eden Hazard and Martin Odegaard to state their case at the Bernabeu.
Chelsea host Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in Premier League action this afternoon as Frank Lampards new looking squad face their toughest test of the new season. Follow the action here.
EXCLUSIVEThe Germany international is fully fit but manager Frank Lampard has not included the central defender in his plans to face the Premier League champions.
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT ST MARYS The South Koreans goals were all set up by Harry Kane, who added a fifth strike as Spurs got up and running in the Premier League.
Kylian Mbappe inspired PSG on his return to action as they ran out 3-0 winners against Nice. tThomas Tuchel will have been thankful to welcome back Mbappe after completing his quarantine.
Rangers conceded for the first time in their eighth match of the Scottish Premiership season before Christian Doidge headed a late leveller after goals from Alfredo Morelos and Scott Arfield
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY PAUL NEWMAN Mark Robinson smiles as he recalls the day he became a World Cup winner. England womens thrilling 50-over final victory over India was three years ago.
The French midfielder picked up the ball in the middle of the pitch after showing his strength against Saints hard man Oriel Romeu. He then creates space for himself with a perfect piece of skill.
Liverpool travel to Chelsea on the second weekend of the season in what could already be billed as a pivotal clash. Both teams have title aspirations but have yet to convince after the opening weekend.
The Welsh winger had fallen out of favour at Madrid in the last few seasons, as he was often outcast to the bench in Zinedine Zidanes squad or left out of the team all together.
The playmaker was cheered as he drove through the streets following the 5-2 win at Goodison Park and accepted a bottle of rose wine from one delighted supporter.
The Brazilian takes over from David Silva, who left the club this summer after 10 years at the club and who himself took over Vincent Kompany the season before.
Idolising the lifestyle off the track of maverick racing driver James Hunt comes as no surprise but unfortunately for Kimi Raikkonen, Formula One just doesnt make them like that anymore.
The Bayern Munich chief executive admitted Thiago Alcantara burst into tears and hugged him when his highly-anticipated £25million move to Liverpool was confirmed earlier this week.
Newcastle welcome Brighton to St James Park this afternoon as Steve Bruces men look to build on Premier League opening win. Follow all the action with Sportsmail here.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola criticised the Premier League reverting to three substitutes as a tactical decision made by teams outside the top six.
JACK GAUGHAN It still all feels rather strange that the Premier Leagues top scorers, and a team boasting the Golden Glove winner, would finish so haplessly short of the champions.
Academy product Lingard has made just two substitute appearances in the Premier League since February and was not named in Uniteds squad as they lost 3-1 to Crystal Palace on Saturday.
The Eagles have had a field day against the England defender, scoring at least three past a defence marshalled by Maguire on six of the nine occasions when they have faced him.
EXCLUSIVE The midfielders team-mates are amazed that the England star has been left out of Jose Mourinhos plans for the second successive game.
The 23-year-old midfielder made an immediate impression by coming off the bench to score on his first appearance but he will not back on his debut fondly as Crystal Palace won 3-1 at Old Trafford.
Uniteds season got underway with a shock 3-1 defeat by Crystal Palace on Saturday, with Sweden international Victor Lindelof culpable for all three goals.
Southampton host Tottenham in Sunday afternoon Premier League action as both teams try and get their Premier League campaigns up and running. Follow all the action here.
The 23-year-old midfielder made an immediate impression by coming off the bench to score on his first appearance but he will not back on his debut fondly as Crystal Palace won 3-1 at Old Trafford.
Hojbjerg got his wish of a Spurs move, rejecting almost twice as much money - the likes of Everton, Ajax and Monaco also wanted him - in order to fulfil his dream of playing for Mourinho.
Sergio Romero is reportedly close to leaving Manchester United with Spanish outfit Valencia hoping to sign the goalkeeper before the window closes.
The winger has joined the Foxes on a season-long loan and will make the deal permanent next summer. The clubs outlined an agreement with Leicester paying £2.7m for the initial loan.
The French midfielder played a pivotal role in Lyons run to the Champions League semi-finals last season and has attracted heavy interest from Mikel Arteta and the Gunners as a result.
The Reds recent signing of Thiago Alcantara from Bayern Munich is likely to see Oxlade-Chamberlain fall down the pecking order at the club and get limited chances.
A club-record signing who threatened to become a flop at Tottenham, Tanguy Ndombele may have just come good at the right time to help out an ailing midfield lacking pace, incision and creativity.
Leeds could be set to reignite their interest in the 22-year-old, who was set to sign for Marcelo Bielsas side in January 2019 before his switch from Championship Swansea collapsed.
Ahead of the mammoth clash between Liverpool and Chelsea, Sportsmail have put together a combined XI, but which of Chelseas new boys make the cut?
Premier League and European clubs are working hard to try and get transfer deals over the line ahead of the new season. Follow all the latest updates with Sportsmails JACK KINNERSLEY..
UFC fans have been given hope that Conor McGregor could be back in the octagon by the start of next year with Dana White saying the promotion are working on some fun stuff for him.
Leeds United have asked about Toulouse midfielder Manu Kone after missing out on Chelseas Conor Gallagher, who joined West Brom.
Colby Covington dominated Tyron Woodley on his way to a fifth round TKO as the welterweight contender received a congratulatory call for President Trump.
All sort of historical records have moved into view following a stunning 65 from American Matt Wolff that earned him a two-shot lead after an exciting third round at the 120th US Open.
Tariq Lampteys decision to switch international allegiances to Ghana will not be down to him giving up on his England chances, insists Brighton boss Graham Potter.
Timothy Castagne helped inspire Atalanta to the Champions League quarter-finals last season. His performances led to Brendan Rodgers signing him for Leicester to replace Ben Chilwell.
Chelsea have agreed a deal for goalkeeper Edouard Mendy from Rennes after finally reaching agreement on a payment structure. Frank Lampard has been looking for a new number one.
Mikel Artetas side made it two wins from two on Saturday night as the Gunners saw off London rivals West Ham 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium to extend their good start to the 2020-21 campaign.
Manchester City have stepped up negotiations with Sevilla for centre back Jules Kounde. Kounde is interested in a move to City and Sevilla are now considering whether to sell for a compromise fee.
The Hammers ended up with nothing to show for their efforts at Emirates Stadium, with Eddie Nketiah scoring a late winner for the Gunners, who prevailed 2-1.
Mikel Artetas side worked hard to snatch a 2-1 victory thanks to a late goal from Eddie Nketiah. However the Gunners struggled during the match and West Ham were left to feel hard done-by.
The Saints have drafted in emergency cover for the daunting trip to Sandy Park, with 19-year-old Manny Iyogun starting after the clubs four main looseheads were injured.
England limited-overs specialists like Jonny Bairstow and Dawid Malan are expected to be announced as new recruits to the Big Bash League over the coming days.
Mo Salah will make history if he follows up his hat-trick against Leeds with another at Stamford Bridge on Sunday and reaches a hundred Liverpool goals faster than anyone since Roger Hunt.
Havertz missed a Champions League tie at Atletico Madrid to take his Abitur exams, the German equivalent of A Levels. And he appears to have also learnt the value of perseverance
Tadej Pogacar of Slovenia smashed his way to a shock victory in the Tour de France with an extraordinary performance in the 36.2 kilometre individual time trial to La Planche des Belles Filles.
OLIVER HOLT In the wake of Liverpools signing of Thiago this week and Friday nights confirmation they have also sealed the purchase of Diogo Jota from Wolves, the tide of opinion has swung.
EXCLUSIVE The former England centre will opt for a two-year deal with Newcastle, who will return to the Premiership for the 2020-21 season. The deal will be announced on Sunday.
The talents of Tommy Fleetwood, Matt Fitzpatrick, Tyrrell Hatton and Justin Rose represented a persuasive case for an English victory in the build-up to the 120th US Open.
EXCLUSIVE BY NIK SIMON It is Marlers first interview since pre-lockdown. He has a new look. He shaved off his thinning trademark Mohawk and he now has a full head of normal hair.
Ilkay Gundogan has played most of his 164 games for Manchester City alongside David Silva, who was dubbed Merlin by team-mates because of his wizardy shown on the ball.
Several clubs have decided that it will lose significance if continued indefinitely and on Saturday, in 16 out of 37 matches in the top four divisions, players did not kneel before kick-off.
Test events, now limited to 1,000 fans due to new Government restrictions, took place at seven EFL games on Saturday including Championship clubs Norwich and Middlesbrough.
Rejected by Wycombe Wanderers, then 17-year-old Cash sold toys at the Daniel department store in Windsor as he tried to save his career at a sports academy in nearby Bisham in Berkshire.
Gibbs was sent off shortly before half-time for retaliating after he had been pushed by Rodriguez - shoving the Colombian star in the face. Bilic was also sent to the stands for confronting Mike Dean.
After a captivating 4-3 win over Fulham, Bielsa said You have to continue to do the things that made you successful in the first place, rather than put players behind the ball.
ANALYSIS BY DANNY MURPHY Every player has an ego but he will also be selfishly thinking with Bale around, Spurs have a better chance of delivering a trophy and competing for a top-four place.
There was a sense of giddy anticipation at Tottenhams training ground as hordes of supporters flocked to welcome Gareth Bale as he arrived to finalise his sensational return.
Thiago was the best player in the Champions League final and Liverpool have managed to get him for £27million at a time when Chelsea have spent nearly £150m on Kai Havertz and Timo Werner.
Tony Mowbray praised single-minded Adam Armstrong after he netted a hat-trick. Tyrhys Dolan also scored in his his first league start, before Derrick William added another.
KIERAN GILL AT THE EMIRATES STADIUM You know youve had a bad day when Patrice Evra mentioning a rumour about your daughter is only the second worst thing to happen.
ROB DRAPER AT THE EMIRATES STADIUM David Moyes has done this job before so he knows this is life as a West Ham manager. Even when your side does well, life can kick you in the teeth.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DANIEL MATTHEWS Boateng was a 21-year-old defender at non-league Whitehawk when he met two businessmen hoping to make money on the Asian betting markets.
Told that defender Luke Shaw had said United need reinforcements before the deadline next month, Solskjaer reminded his players that they are capable of performing significantly better.
United had a delayed start to the new campaign following their involvement in Europe at the end of last season and they were far from at their best on Saturday, with Palace securing a 3-1 victory.
Bale won 13 trophies in seven years after arriving at the Bernabeu from Tottenham in 2013, meaning Madrid sacrificed just 3.38 words in their statement for each trophy.
Crystal Palace secured a deserved 3-1 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Sportsmails David Kent gives his verdict on displays from players of both sides.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side fell to a 3-1 defeat to the Eagles in their Premier League opener and looked bereft of attacking guile while questions were asked of their defence once again.
Tottenham have confirmed the return of Gareth Bale on a season long loan from Real Madrid and have handed him the number nine shirt. Fans are delighted with Bales return to the club.
Bring in Dean Henderson, they said. Give David de Gea some competition, they said. It will bring out the best in Manchester Uniteds increasingly erratic goalkeeper.
OLIVER HOLD AT OLD TRAFFORD Manchester United got their 2019-20 campaign off to a nightmare start as a Wilfried Zaha double gave Crystal Palace a 3-1 victory at Old Trafford.
The ex-Arsenal midfielder and TV pundit has slammed Chelseas latest attacking signing for an uninterested Premier League debut last week and called for the German to improve his attitude.
BORUSSIA DORTMUND 3-0 BORUSSIA MONCHENGLADBACH Jadon Sancho provided a superb assist as Borussia Dortmund started their Bundesliga campaign with a 3-0 victory.
Manchester United fell to defeat to Crystal Palace in their opening game of the season, though there was controversy surround the visitors second goal. A penalty was awarded then re-taken after a handball.
Tottenham have confirmed the return of Gareth Bale on a season long loan from Real Madrid and have handed him the number nine shirt. Fans are delighted with Bales return to the club.
Follow all the action as Arsenal host West Ham in the Premier League. Sportsmails MATT PORTER will provide live coverage, including score, lineups, and build-up.
The ex-Red Devils defender and Sky Sports pundit.has hinted that unfounded rumours about Wilfried Zahas affair with David Moyes daughter ruined the wingers career at Manchester United.
Sportsmail looks at the other Premier League greats who after at least a couple of years away from England could not resist the urge of one final flourish in the top flight at the end of their career.
Alex Goode inspired Saracens first-half bullying of Leinster in their own backyard as they left the Aviva Stadium with a defiant 25-17 quarter-final win .
England women will take on the West Indies in their first game since a miserable afternoon in Sydney which allowed India to advance to the T20 World Cup final back in March.
Tottenham have completed the signing of Sergio Reguilon from Real Madrid. The left-back has signed a five-year contract and has been given the No 3 shirt.
The 31-year-old flew into London on Friday afternoon, before agreeing a temporary move that will see Spurs pay £13million towards his mammoth £26m-a-year contract at Real Madrid.
CELTIC 3-2 LIVINGSTON Celtic came from behind for the second time this week to go top of the Premiership with a 3-2 victory over Livingston.
Luis Suarezs hopes of making his desired move to Turin have been dashed, with manager Andrea Pirlo saying it will be difficult for him to become a Juventus player this season.
Thomas Franks men secured victory in their first league game at the Brentford Community Stadium thanks to strikes from Josh Dasilva, Marcus Forss and Bryan Mbeumo in the second half.
Barcelonas new manager Ronald Koeman has plenty of options in midfield this season, and it appears he wants to cut youngster Riqui Puig from his bloated first-team squad.
IAN HERBERT AT ELLAND ROAD Helder Costa scored a brace as Leeds got their first Premier League win since their return with a 4-3 success at home to Fulham.
Middlesbrough had fans in the crowd for the first time in six months as they were able to salvage a point at home against Bournemouth. Marcus Browne scored to cancel Dominic Solankes opener.
The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Merseyside club after it emerged on Friday they had agreed a fee with Wolves as the Reds continued their summer spending.
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti hailed the quality of James Rodriguez after his high-profile summer signing played a key role in the 5-2 win over 10-man West Brom.
The omens were not good for Koepfer when he lost the first four games of the match, but he responded by breaking Djokovic twice to serve notice this might not be a straightforward match for the favourite.
Sportsmails OLLIE LEWIS will provide live EPL coverage as Man United kickstart their Premier League campaign against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Saturday evening.
The 23-year-old forward netted the first hat-trick of his professional career to steer the Toffees to a 5-2 victory against the Baggies at Goodison Park and take his tally to four Premier League goals this season.
Wolves have secured the signing of Ki-Jana Hoever from Liverpool for £10m, their fourth deal of the summer transfer window. The 18-year-old defender impressed for the Reds under-23 side.
Liverpool have identified Diogo Jota as someone who can add versatility to their forward line, having operated as an attacking midfielder, a second-striker, a centre-forward and a left winger.
Wolves have secured the signing of Ki-Jana Hoever from Liverpool, their fifth deal of the summer transfer window. The 18-year-old defender impressed for the Reds under-23 side.
Bilic was left angered by the officiating surrounding Kieran Gibbs sending off following an off the ball incident, and remonstrated with Dean as the players left the field.
JOE BERNSTEIN AT GOODISON PARK Calvert-Lewin was just one of several stories to emerge from an eventful lunchtime game that also saw Everton signing James Rodriguez score.
Fans returned to a competitive league match for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic on Saturday with Carlisles clash against Southend the first match to welcome supporters.
Leeds United take on fellow Premier League promoted side Fulham at Elland Road this afternoon as both teams search for their their first win of the season after losing on the opening weekend.
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said he did not say anything to Gareth Bale before he left to sign for Tottenham Hotspur but insisted he had no personal issue with the Wales forward.
Karren Brady believes football is ready for fans to return to matches, regardless of the UKs snowballing rise in infections and the Governments Rule of Six.
The 21-year-old Nigerian hotshot believes that Napoli is the best club for him right now even though he rejected several Premier League clubs this summer ahead of the Serie A move.
Young players dont simply make up the numbers or fill quotas at Dortmund, they play their full part. Coach Lucien Favre and his staff are determined to drive down the average age of the team.
The 28-year-old has been pursued by the Blues as manager Frank Lampard wants a new goalkeeper to usurp much-maligned Kepa Arrizabalaga as his No 1 this season.
Zaha started 2020-21 with a clinical volley to settle Palaces Premier League opener against Southampton last Saturday and once again enters the limelight at Old Trafford on Saturday.
If fans have returned by January 16, when Manchester United travel to Anfield in the Premier League, Andy Robertson thinks Marcus Rashford could receive a standing ovation from the Kop.
Henderson penned a new five-year contract after his loan stints with Sheffield United, and Sportsmail has previously reported that the England international has demanded regular first-team action.
Everton will look to make it two wins from two when they host Premier League new boys West Brom in the early game. Sportsmail will be on hand to cover all the action as it happens at Goodison Park.
Akpom has signed a three-year contract, with the option of a further year, and is Boros fourth summer signing after Sam Morsy, Marcus Bettinelli and Grant Hall.
Max Aarons kicked-off his Championship season last weekend while in the background, Barcelona have been trying move him from Norwich to the Nou Camp.
Serie A side Genoa have completed the loan signings of Italian defender Davide Zappacosta from Chelsea and Croatian winger Marko Pjaca from Juventus,
The 24-year-old opted for a move to west London over Anfield, with Chelsea wrapping up a £53million move from RB Leipzig, and was also highly coveted by a number of other elite clubs.
The top flight released a statement on Thursday which reiterated their desire for fans to return from October 1 - although a recent rise in coronavirus infections may see their hopes scuppered.
The top flight released a statement on Thursday which reiterated their desire for fans to return from October 1 - although a recent rise in coronavirus infections may see their hopes scuppered.
Edin Dzeko is set to join Juventus from Roma in a £13.7million (€15m) deal having agreed personal terms on a two-year contract worth £7m (€7.5m) per season.
The top flight released a statement on Thursday which reiterated their desire for fans to return from October 1 - although a recent rise in coronavirus infections may see their hopes scuppered.
Bale received a heros welcome from supporters when he arrived at the clubs training ground on Friday, seven years after leaving to join Real Madrid in a then world record £86million transfer.
Neymars shock switch to become the new face of Puma has reportedly come with a massive £23m-per-year deal - the largest individual sponsorship contract in sport.
The 25-year-old has signed a three-year contract at Villa Park and is the clubs fourth major arrival of the summer to take their total spend to £84m.
Last Sundays defeat to Everton raised questions as to Spurs reliance on Kane as the man to lead the line, as well as wider concerns about their inability to recruit well in the final third.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaers squad has been stretched to the limit with injuries and match fitness a major concern as they prepare to face Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Saturday evening.
Azpilicueta, 31, has been struggling with a hamstring injury and only played five minutes off the bench in Chelseas Premier League opener at Brighton on Monday.
The Dutch forward wore the No 10 shirt for the first time on Friday night as Lyons poor start to the Ligue 1 season continued with a goalless draw at home to Nimes.
The winger said he had some sympathy for the club that nurtured him in the youth ranks before he made 57 first-team appearances between 2014 and 2016.
Italy international Kean started just six Premier League matches and scored only two goals during a disappointing first season with the Merseyside club.
Thiago and now Everton boss Ancelotti worked together at Bayern Munich before both moved to Merseyside. Liverpool have made an emphatic statement of their intent by signing Thiago.
The Germany striker admitted he was still trying on Turbo Timo for size, but insisted he would make the moniker fit - by terrorising Premier League defences with his electric pace.
Gray, 24, has one year left on contract and could be willing to see it out with the prospect of leaving as a free agent next summer.
The Merseyside club landed their first Premier League title last season but some have suggested they will struggle to repeat the feat this campaign, but Robertson says they love to prove doubters wrong.
Its Hot or Not time again as Sportsmails Riath Al-Samarrai reveals whats been making him feel warm and whats been leaving him cold this week.
All the familiar criticisms surrounding Rory McIlroy and his allegedly one-dimensional game surfaced once more on a day when Winged Foot exacted a most terrible revenge.
Whilst the mens team wait for their own superstar Gareth Bale to sign, the womens team have released images of their new star signing. Morgan has joined the club for the 2020-21 season.
The 22-year-old started the season in blistering fashion with a superb performance in Leicesters 3-0 win at West Brom last weekend, after registering six goals and eight assists in the league last term.
Ronald Koeman had been heavily linked with a move to bring Memphis Depay to the Nou Camp this summer. However Barcelonas finances have taken a hit following the coronavirus outbreak.
Its understood that De Gea will get the nod against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Saturday evening but his status as Uniteds undisputed No.1 is in serious jeopardy for the first time in 10 years.
Its understood that De Gea will get the nod against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Saturday evening but his status as Uniteds undisputed No.1 is in serious jeopardy for the first time in 10 years.
Liverpool have made an emphatic statement of their intent to retain the Premier League title by spending £65million to land Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota.
Steve Bruce says it is a concern that Football League clubs are no longer being tested for Covid-19 on a weekly basis with Newcastle set to travel to Morecambe on Wednesday.
Bells England exploits have meant his retirement has been met by a feeling of nostalgia, as he is the last England or Australia player from the iconic 2005 Ashes series to hang up his spikes.
That they hit the wall this year was not unexpected in their circumstances. Yet who would have forecast such an underwhelming defence of their position as the dominant force?
Gareth Bale arrived to a heros welcome at Tottenhams training ground on Friday as he is set to complete a loan deal. However he might have to wait for his second debut with Spurs.
In a more ordered world, picture the reception Phil Mickelson would have got as he bowed out at the end of his 28th and possibly last US Open at Winged Foot on Friday.
Liverpool have completed a £41million deal with Wolves for Diogo Jota, signing the forward who will provide competition for their front three. Jota has signed a five-year contract.
When Bryson DeChambeau declared that he was going to bludgeon Winged Foot into submission, gales of laughter broke out once that rather broad back was turned.
Bells England exploits have meant his retirement has been met by a feeling of nostalgia, as he is the last England or Australia player from the iconic 2005 Ashes series to hang up his spikes.
All foreign arrivals into Abu Dhabi must isolate for 14 days but the authorities have reduced that timescale for the IPL participants.
That they hit the wall this year was not unexpected in their circumstances. Yet who would have forecast such an underwhelming defence of their position as the dominant force?
Liverpool fans finally got the news they had been waiting all summer for on Friday when the £25million signing of Thiago Alcantara was officially announced.
Mason Greenwood being sent home in disgrace, Harry Maguire in a Greek jail and Paul Pogba going down with Covid-19, must have left Ole Gunnar Solskjaer scared to pick up the phone.
Sportsmail reported on Friday that the Argentine was still training alone following knee surgery after suffering a meniscus injury in June. Aguero scored 23 goals last season,
Frank Lampards Chelsea side are set to duel it out with Liverpool on Sunday. The match will see Timo Werner step up to face Jurgen Klopps side, who were interested in signing the German striker.
Bells England exploits have meant his retirement has been met by a feeling of nostalgia, as he is the last England or Australia player from the iconic 2005 Ashes series to hang up his spikes.
KEOWN TALKS TACTICS If youre going to press Arsenal, then you need to be good at it, otherwise they can punish you. So West Ham need to be wary when they face the Gunners.
EXCLUSIVE The unions willingness to pay all of its employees in full throughout the last six months is at odds with the rest of the sporting worlds response to the crisis.
Mikel Arteta admitted on Friday night that he was worried about Arsenals chances of keeping Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and the striker had doubts about staying.
AHEAD OF THE GAME - MATT HUGHES Both bodies usually commit about £30million a year to the Foundation, with Government and local funding making up the rest of their budget.
Sir Clive Woodward gives his verdict on the mouth-watering Euro showdown between Saracens and Leinster in the quarter-final in the Heineken Champions Cup in Dublin on Saturday.
Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said on Friday that United had asked for Greenwood to be left out of the squad so he could rest following his breakthrough season at Old Trafford.
While he usually signs rough diamonds to polish up rather than established Test stars, Baxter said he signed Scotland internationals Stuart Hogg and Jonny Gray for days like this.
It is the double signings of Thiago and Diogo Jota that show Liverpool mean business and Klopp is in no doubt that Thiago, in particular, will make a significant difference.
The Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final against near-invincible Leinster at the Aviva Stadium represents a win-or-bust fixture for Mark McCalls side.
INTERVIEW BY JAMIE REDKNAPP Its 9am and the kettle is boiling in Jamie Redknapps kitchen because a visitor has just arrived. In walks Ashley Cole, the former Arsenal and Chelsea left back.
GARY NEVILLE INSIGHT Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kyle Walker are two brilliant attacking full-backs. But there is more than one way to win a match and Wan-Bissaka should focus on defence.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Saturdays meetings at Ayr, Newmarket, Newton Abbott and Newbury.
Premier League clubs decision to take public money to furlough their staff never was a good look, whatever nonsense being propagated by some in the depths of the first lockdown.
Yibir is 50-1 for next years Derby after a gritty front-running victory in the one-mile Haynes, Hanson & Clark Conditions Stakes at Newbury.
Champions League semi-finalists Lyon have picked up just one win in their first four Ligue 1 games after a 0-0 stalemate against Nimes.
Coventry City 3-2 Queens Park Rangers The Sky Blues took their first win back in the Championship thanks to goals by Matt Godden, Callum OHare and Kyle McFadzean against QPR.
Former Arsenal winger Serge Gnabry scored a hat-trick whilst Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Muller, Leroy Sane, Leon Goretzka and Jamal Muisala also scored.
Manchester United have held discussions with Porto over a deal for left back Alex Telles but there is no agreement in place. The 27-year old Brazilian would provide competition for Luke Shaw.
Carlo Ancelottis side got off to a flyer in their season opener at Tottenham last weekend, with a Dominic Calvert-Lewin header enough to see off Jose Mourinhos side.
The worlds of MMA and pro-wrestling have occasionally crossed paths, with UFC and WWE seeing stars switch between the fight promotion and entertainment company.
Neil Warnock is one of three people at Middlesbrough to test positive for Covid-19. He wont be able to attend his teams game against Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon.
Tottenham have reportedly made an enquiry for Ings, who was recently recalled by England after hitting 25 goals for the Saints last term. Southamptons manager has dismissed speculation.
The Brazilian full-back has reportedly agreed a five-year contract to join the Red Devils this summer. It comes as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to improve his options in defence.
In the week Martinez completed his £20m move to Villa from Arsenal, he has been rewarded for his displays for Mikel Artetas side with selection for Argentinas World Cup qualifiers.
The 21-year-old posted a photo on Twitter of his car piled with copies of the Scots Robbo Now Youre Gonna Believe Us Our Year, My Story autobiography that was released this week.
Inspired by Michail Antonio, West Ham finished last season well and secured survival, something they were hoping to build on this season, but negativity has been building ever since.
Bale has agreed a season-long loan deal to return to north London after his relationship with Los Blancos has deteriorated in recent years and Real have acted swiftly in moving on.
The Spanish coach brought Thiago to Bayern Munich from Barcelona in 2013 after working together at the La Liga club. But according to reports a reunion was never on the cards.
The Spaniard is a maestro on the ball and can play almost every pass in the book, offering something different to Klopps midfield options and taking the Premier League champions to new heights.
The competition, which brings together the club champions from the six regional confederations, is due to take place in December as part of the Qatars preparations for hosting the World Cup.
Bale has agreed a season-long loan deal to return to north London after his relationship with Los Blancos has deteriorated in recent years and Real have acted swiftly in moving on.
With their 2020-21 Premier League campaign starting on Sunday at Leicester, the Clarets only senior signing since the end of last season has been goalkeeper Will Norris from Wolves.
MICAH RICHARDS Jack Grealish blew me away the first time I trained with him. The Aston Villa midfielder is one of the top three young players Ive played with. Hes that good.
Soren Kragh Andersen took his second stage win of the Tour de France on stage 19 as Sam Bennett moved a huge step closer to winning the points classification ahead of Peter Sagan.
Gonzalo Higuain will join the MLS side, owned by David Beckham, as a designated player after he agreed a £2.3m payoff with Juventus to terminate his contract with them one year early.
Konta, who reached the final in Rome last year in a breakthrough performance on clay, has had a number of battles with Muguruza in the past but this was much more straightforward for the Spaniard.
Spurs are having to negotiate the Europa League qualifying rounds by winning three matches to get into the group stage, with Premier League and League Cup matches also in the mix.
The Spain international has moved to Anfield for a fee worth £25million including add-ons. And Liverpool boss, Klopp, has revealed he cant wait to see his new midfielder in action.
Bale is set to rejoin Tottenham on loan for the season, but his departure wasnt a particularly solemn occasion for much of the Real squad, as reported by AS.
Aubameyang finally put an end to speculation about his future by signing a fresh three-year-contract worth £350,000-a-week and declaring he wanted to become an Arsenal legend.
Jota was an unused substitute in Wolves 2-0 victory over Sheffield United on Monday but was left out of Nuno Espirito Santos squad for the Carabao Cup defeat by Stoke on Thursday.
Thiago has put pen to paper on a four-year deal and will wear the vacant No 6 shirt for Jurgen Klopps side after the Premier League champions agreed a £25m package with Bayern.
The pair became embroiled in a touchline row at Anfield in July, when Lampard warned Liverpool not to get too arrogant and Klopp hit back with jibes about Chelseas lavish spending.
EXCLUSIVE BY CRAIG HOPE The 18-year-old Dutch youth international has appeared four times for Jurgen Klopps senior side in the cups. Personal terms have been agreed between the clubs.
It leaves City without two of their best players for a trip to Molineux on Monday night that sees them come up against a Wolves team that did the double over them last term.
A poll conducted by Spanish outlet Marca showed that 70 per cent of supporters are against the move with 65 per cent of fans believing he should have stayed at the expense of Marcelo.
Deals for Gareth Bale to go to Tottenham and Thiago to Liverpool saw rival fans lead criticism against the clubs, months after they attempted to use the governments furlough scheme to pay some staff.
Liverpool had been quiet in this summers transfer window, but have sprung into action and the signing of Thiago will send a big message to their closest rivals.
Silva took part in his first training session as a Chelsea player on Thursday after having extra time off but Lampard says his influence is already being felt around the club.
Gareth Bale could not stop smiling as he saw fans waiting for him at the gates of Tottenhams Enfield training ground as he flew in from Madrid to sign a deal bringing him back to the club on loan.
The highly-rated 19-year-old has been the subject of interest from a string of Championship clubs this summer and United were keen for him to be handed more first-team experience.
The former welterweight champion takes on long-standing rival Colby Covington, who has previously shared his support of American president Donald Trump, on Saturday.
Lampard accused Klopps coaching staff of crossing a line and showing a lack of respect by leaping up, shouting and smirking at him during Chelseas 5-3 defeat at Anfield earlier this summer.
Buatsi is due to box again behind closed doors on Sunday October 4 on Sky Sorts and is praying his comeback against undefeated Croatian Marco Calic is not called off.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO Italian giants Juventus are no longer the firm favourites to march towards a 10th consecutive Serie A title with Inter Milan having closed the gap.
Gareth Bale boarded Daniel Levys private jet with team-mate Sergio Reguilon and the pair landed at Luton Airport shortly after midday as they prepare to sign their contracts with Spurs.
The Premier League champions are poised to announced the completion of a four-year deal for the Spanish midfielder on Friday but Klopp says nobody will have to leave Anfield as a result.
The scale of their domestic dominance is only surpassed in Europe at the moment by Juventus and Celtic with the Bundesliga and neutrals alike praying for a more competitive title race this time around.
Rule 50 of the Olympic charter states that no kind of demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda is permitted in any Olympic sites, venues or other areas but Coe backs taking a knee.
Bayern Munich host Schalke tonight as they look to defend their Bundesliga title once more at the Allianz Arena, after Hans Dieter-Flicks side romped home to victory last season.
The leading Premier League scientist believes the congested calendar - brought about by the suspension of football due to coronavirus pandemic - is unsustainable over the long term.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW The owners have come under intense scrutiny once again in east London after capturing no new arrivals while letting go of highly-rated Grady Diangana.
Three Connahs Quay players tested positive for coronavirus and a fourth self-isolated but their manager said he turned a blind eye when three more players reported feeling unwell.
Aro Muric, Yan Couto and Pablo Moreno are all expected to join the Spanish second division side in the coming days. Moreno has a burgeoning reputation after signing from Juventus.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Tottenhams campaign got off to the worst start possible after going down 1-0 to Everton at home, and following the match, Mourinho claimed his side used lazy pressure.
Although United have spent £40m on Donny van de Beek from Ajax, their priority was a right-sided attacker and that player has so far eluded them with less than three weeks until the window closes.
Desmond revealed he offered to double Sir Alex Fergusons salary in 1997 to sign for Celtic, but his desire to win the Champions League at Manchester United saw him stay at Old Trafford.
Gareth Bale is due to fly to London on Friday following some final medical checks in Madrid having already said goodbye to his team-mates at Reals Valdebebas training facility on Thursday.
Having been linked with the Spaniard, Liverpool made a breakthrough in negotiations with Bayern after they agreed to pay a minimum of £20m over the next four years, along with £5m in add-ons.
In the hilarious video, AJ and Adesanya had to answer some fairly hard-hitting questions truthfully or face taking a bite out of a chicken wing dabbed in one of three hot sauces varying in intensity.
Solskjaers side have been involved in a prolonged saga to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho, yet the club have not made headway in securing a deal for the England international.
The Gunners have turned to Dijon and Iceland stopper Runarsson to bolster their goalkeeping department after selling Emiliano Martinez to Aston Villa for £20m earlier in the week.
As well as manager Nuno Espirito Santo, the Premier League side have nine first-team players from Portugal and fans believe the new strip is a reference to their Portuguese connections.
Maguire, 27, was handed a suspended prison sentence of 21 months and 10 days following an altercation outside a nightclub on the island of Mykonos last month.
Gareth Bale is due to fly to London on Friday following some final medical checks in Madrid having already said goodbye to his team-mates at Reals Valdebebas training facility on Thursday.
Greenwood made his England debut during the international break earlier this month following some excellent performances for the United first-team but was then sent home for breaking Covid-19 rules.
The Portugal international has been sensational since arriving from Sporting Lisbon in a £68m switch in January, scoring 12 goals and providing eight assists in 22 outings for the Red Devils.
Harrison spent 11 years with Derby between 1944 and 1955, scoring 59 goals in 281 appearances for a club he had joined at the age of 16.
Desmond revealed he offered to double Sir Alex Fergusons salary in 1997 to sign for Celtic, but his desire to win the Champions League at Manchester United saw him stay at Old Trafford.
Earlier this year, the pair agreed terms in principle that would see them meet in an all-British clash where the heavyweight division would be unified with both men putting their belts on the line.
The Merseyside outfit pulled off the shock signing of the Real Madrid forward this summer, signing a two-year deal at Goodison Park. He made his debut against Everton on Sunday.
Gareth Bale is due to fly to London on Friday following some final medical checks in Madrid having already said goodbye to his team-mates at Reals Valdebebas training facility on Thursday.
The 19-year-old is one of the most exciting full backs in world football and Koeman sees him as the long-term replacement for the unwanted Semedo on the right side of the Barcelona defence.
The ex-Tottenham boss is still out of work after being sacked by the Premier League club last year but is still regarded as one of the best coaches in the world and is on the radar of Europes elite clubs.
FANTASY FOOTBALL EXPERT Having been involved in 16 Premier League goals since moving to Old Trafford in January, plus the fact he takes the penalties, he feels like a must-have.
Playing the beautiful game is in his blood. Son of Brazil legend Mazinho, Thiago had the framework in place to become a gifted player. Playing the game in a beautiful way is in his DNA.
The Japanese player won her second New York major on the weekend and had been scheduled to appear at the tournament beginning on September 27 in Paris but will now not be playing.
With Bale close to joining, Redknapp believes his former club should now bring another ex-player back to the club, insisting Modric could add another dimension to Jose Mourinhos midfield.
American Justin Thomas leads the way at the US Open after a flying first round of 65, finishing the day one shot ahead of compatriot Patrick Reed, Thomas Pieters and Matthew Wolff.
The Bosnia and Herzegovina striker, 34, will bring the curtain down on a five-year spell in the Italian capital with a switch to Turin. Dzeko is expected to sign a two-year deal.
Ronald Koeman could be without his star man Lionel Messi for three games, including El Clasico against Real Madrid, if the Argentine goes off on international duty next month.
Sancho has been linked with a switch to Old Trafford throughout the transfer window but a deal has so far failed to materialise. United have been unwilling to match Dortmunds asking price.
Written off by many in the build-up to the US Open, a visibly more relaxed Rory McIlroy opened with a fine 67 on Thursday for his lowest first round score in a major since his last victory in 2014.
Thank goodness Lee Westwood made the decision to fly to America for the US Open, after opting to give the USPGA Championship in San Francisco a miss last month.
The French Tennis Federation has reduced the number of fans that will be allowed to attend the French Open due to the worsening coronavirus situation in the country.
Sportsmail revealed the Bundesliga clubs interest in the teenage winger on August 4 - and the deal is now just days away from being closed.
The Europa League qualifying second round clash went ahead on Thursday night despite four of Nomads players having tested positive for coronavirus beforehand.
Jose Mourinho had doubts over Tanguy Ndombeles attitude but says he has full belief in him now after the Frenchman rescued Spurs from an embarrassing night in the Europa League.
It actually was not so long ago that a very young Valencia fan, Ferran Torres, hung around the gates of Ciudad Deportiva de Paterna waiting for David Silva.
It was Kontas first match since her second-round defeat at the US Open a fortnight ago and will give her hope she can do better at the next grand slam, the French Open.
The England Under-21 international agreed a new contract with Chelsea before he travelled up to the Hawthorns to complete the formalities of his loan this afternoon.
The 21-year-old insisted he was staying with Sevilla on Thursday but is seen as a more viable option for City than his defensive partner, Diego Carlos.
Saint Etienne went top of Ligue 1 with an impressive 2-0 win at Olympique de Marseille on Thursday making it three wins out of three for Claude Puels side
Northern Ireland goalkeeper Trevor Carson was 10-man Motherwells penalty shoot-out hero as they survived a major scare in Coleraine to progress in the Europa League.
Cricket correspondent PAUL NEWMAN looks back at the winners and losers from crickets first - and hopefully last - summer behind closed doors.
EXCLUSIVE Premier League clubs are demanding that the Championship introduce a wage cap so bailout money doesnt go towards lavish pay for top club players.
Bale is still suffering from the effects of a minor knee problem he picked up whilst on international duty with Wales earlier this month and will need time to get himself fit for Jose Mourinhos side.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW One thing is perfectly clear, even from the other side of the world. Roman Abramovich is back, says Rafa Benitez, a trace of mischief in his voice.
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER Macclesfield have gone. There are boarded-up shops and empty pubs on the way to Moss Rose, and now the football club will pass the same way.
Slaven Bilics fellow Croatian made 43 appearances in all competitions last term and would like to return to the club, yet the club have still not agreed terms with Benfica for him.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES The broadcaster had considered not holding the awards ceremony for the first time since 1954 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
EXCLUSIVE A number of Premier League clubs are in discussions about paying for EFL Covid-19 tests, on a day when Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock tested positive for the virus.
While all their top-four rivals continue to strengthen their squads, Manchester United are moving at a pedestrian pace by comparison - having only made one signing so far this window.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Exeter Chiefs are not here to mess about any more. Henry Slade believes It is time to shake up the old order and win the European Cup this season.
From stand out individual performances and world class goals to a host of medals, there is little the 31-year-old has failed to achieve during his time in Spain. But how does he compare to others?
Lincoln or Liverpool will host Leicester or Arsenal in the Fourth Round of the Carabao Cup. Leyton Orient or Tottenham will face Chelsea or Barnsley.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Fridays meetings at Ayr, Newbury, Kempton and Catterick.
It was a comfortable night at the office for Graham Potters Brighton side as they overcame Portsmouth 4-0 on Thursday in the Carabao Cup second round.
Fivethousandtoone is 9-4 favourite with Coral to give trainer Andrew Balding his first win in the feature Dubai Duty Free Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury on Saturday.
Aberdeen are progressing in the Europa League, earning a win over Norwegian opponents Viking in the second qualifying round with goals from Ross McCrorie and Ryan Hedges.
Indefatigable, indomitable, invulnerable, the Frenchman has so often performed the duties of two men in the Chelsea midfield. But would this be the right moment for the Blues to move him on?
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT MOLINEUX Jacob Brown came off the bench to combine with fellow substitute Steven Fletcher four minutes from time to score the games only goal to send Stoke through.
It was the stuff of dreams for Shamrock to be hosting one of Europes old elite clubs but after 23 minutes, Ibrahimovic made sure there was no surprise in order after netting the opener.
Gareth Bale, Daniel Levy and chief scout Steve Hitchin appeared to be booked in for a round at 1.52pm but question marks over the validity of the image have been raised.
Dele Alli was once thought of so highly it was almost as if he was the best thing to come along since sliced bread. That feels like a long time ago now. His form has since dropped and Spurs could now sell.
Burnley are through to the next round of the EFL Cup, with the game decided by a penalty shootout after it finished 1-1. Nick Pope saved Oli McBurnies penalty in the shootout.
While Rory McIlroy could afford a wry smile following his efforts in a three-under-par 67, the same could not be said for US Open veteran Tiger Woods as he endured a miserable opening at Winged Foot.
Liverpool have enquired about Ismaila Sarr and discussed his situation with Watford, with the Reds are weighing up their transfer options regarding backup to their front three.
Tottenham fans were left frustrated in their attempts to watch their sides Europa League qualifying tie against Lokomotiv Plovdiv after seeing television pictures disappear.
Tottenham stared into the abyss with 19 minutes to go before Harry Kane and Tanguy Ndombele spared Jose Mourinho and Tottenhams blushes to reach the Europa League third qualifying round.
Shamrock Rovers are hoping to pull off what would be an absolutely incredible victory tonight against Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Co at the Tallaght Stadium.
NFL PREVIEW The first week of the NFL saw brilliance from Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson, while Aaron Rodgers showed the Green Bay front office why they drafted a quarterback.
Thee 61-year-old released an explosive statement on Thursday night in which he alleged that he was only officially notified of his sacking on Wednesday, almost one month after he was relieved of his duties.
EA Sports has been revealing all the player ratings in the run up to FIFA 21. Now, fans get to see how todays stars stack up to the legends of the past with the unveiling of the new Icons.
The government are desperately trying to stop a second wave of coronavirus and Premier League clubs fear that games could be played behind closed doors until November.
Rangers eased past Gibraltar side Lincoln Red Imps to book a Europa League third qualifying round tie at Dutch side Willem II.
The Argentine last featured in June and has not been participating in sessions with Pep Guardiolas squad this week ahead of Mondays Premier League opener at Wolves.
Edouard Mendy is on the brink of becoming a Chelsea player and the deal could be even be confirmed by Thursday night, according to his agent.
The awards recognise the top performers in each position during the 2019-20 Champions League campaign, with the shortlist comprising of players with the most votes from a special jury.
A basketball exhibition match was due to be staged between Newcastle Eagles and Sheffield Sharks in front of 800 fans at the Eagles Community Arena in Newcastle on Friday.
Gotze is a free agent after announcing his decision to leave Signal Iduna Park at the end of last season, but has not yet found a new club. He spent three years at Bayern between 2013 and 2016.
Kharazishvili, who is the president of Kiketi-based club, Jankers, is reported to be a vocal critic of the GRU and local media have claimed the shooting followed a dispute between the two men.
Tottenhams quest for Europa League glory begins tonight when they travel to Bulgaria in the second qualifying round.
Sportsmail has learned that Mikhail Prokhorov has no immediate plans to make an ownership bid and he has firmly denied suggestions in Russia that he is preparing a bid for Manchester United.
Former Liverpool and England goalkeeper James believes a rejuvenated Arsenal will be able to defy all the odds and clinch the trophy for the first time in 16 years.
With Andrea Pirlo limited as to the number of non-EU (European Union) players he can acquire in one window, the club need Suarez needed to pass his exam in Perugia and acquire dual nationality.
The goalkeeper served an eight-match ban last season after being found guilty of directing a racist remark towards Charltons Jonathan Leko, who later revealed the Spaniard has not apologised to him.
With Andrea Pirlo limited as to the number of non-EU (European Union) players he can acquire in one window, the club need Suarez to pass his exam in Perugia and acquire dual nationality.
Rhian Brewster has held talks with Jurgen Klopp over his future this week and the champions will allow the 20-year-old to leave permanently if a suitable move can be found.
The second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League has thrown up a true David vs Goliath clash as the Irish minnows take on the seven-time champions of Europe in Dublin.
DOMINIC KING Thiago is one of those rare players who makes the kind of passes others do not see; they roll inch-perfectly, like a crown green bowl trundling towards a Jack, always on target.
With Thiagos move now agreed between the two clubs, Flick took the opportunity to heap praise on the Spaniard, before revealing that they had shared a very emotional goodbye.
Tottenham remain in the market for a striker to support talisman Harry Kane with Southampton star Ings featuring high on manager Jose Mourinhos long list of potential targets.
Right-back Clyne, 29, was released by the Premier League champions back in June having missed all of last season because of a cruciate ligament injury.
According to AS, Zidane vetoed a loan move for Alli after he was left furious by the players comments in 2017 that he shouldve scored a hat-trick in Spurs 3-1 win over Real in the Champions League.
Sportsmail has learned that Mikhail Prokhorov has no immediate plans to make an ownership bid and he has firmly denied suggestions in Russia that he is preparing a bid for Manchester United.
The England U21 international has agreed a new contract with Chelsea and has now travelled up to the Hawthorns ahead of completing the formalities of his loan this afternoon.
The explosive motion of censure has now reached the amount of signatures from members needed to trigger the process, after the Mes que una Mocio platform was launched two weeks ago.
The league terminated its existing contract with PPTV, owned by Suning, earlier this month after the withholding of a payment due under the terms of the deal in March.
Mikel Arteta is missing a shot-stopper in his squad after the club allowed Emiliano Martinez to mvoe to Premier League rivals Aston Villa this week. Runarsson has five caps for Iceland.
Kai Havertz admits his £89million move to Chelsea still feels surreal - but the Germany star has vowed not to be weighed down by pressure or expectation at Stamford Bridge.
Major sports have voiced their concerns to Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden over when they will be able to get fans safely back inside grounds, with return date of October 1 looking more unlikely.
Nestled inside a gated parkland in the Greater Manchester area, the plush seven-bedroom pad boasts six bathrooms and reception rooms across three floors along with its very own five-a-side pitch.
The side-by-side montage shows former champion James Hunt smoking and drinking. A picture of Hamilton, head to toe in a daring outfit, underlines the change between drivers past and present.
The Spain international has been persistently linked with the Premier League champions since July, when he made it clear that he would not be signing another contract in Germany.
Northampton have signed Gloucester prop Alex Seville as emergency loosehead cover for Sundays Heineken European Champions Cup quarter-final at Exeter after receiving belated approval.
Bale has been filmed arriving at Real Madrids Valdebebas training ground on Thursday morning as he edges closer to a sensational return to Tottenham.
Ripdorf, who play in the 11th tier of German football, were thrashed 37-0 after they played whilst social distancing following fears they could contract coronavirus from their opponents.
Following the open letter which she posted on social media, British Gymnastics integrity director Richard Evans emailed the 20-year-old and offered a face-to-face meeting.
Willians deal expired after an unsavoury contract stand-off brought an end to his seven-year Stamford Bridge spell, and his debut for Arsenal was marked by a hat-trick of assists against Fulham.
The former undisputed world heavyweight champion is due to take on Roy Jones Jr in a bout on November 28, and he looks in great nick, even this far in advance of the fight.
Canelo is currently at war with Golden Boy and DAZN after they failed to agree terms for his next fight and has subsequently filed a lawsuit alleging a breach of contract, seeking damages of $280m.
The Dutch national team have been without a manager since Koeman left the role to become Barcelona manager in August. Dwight Lodeweges has been in charge for the interim.
Thiago will be a major coup for Liverpool with the Champions League winner arriving on Merseyside for a relatively modest fee given he is now in the final year of his contract.
The Welshman, who currently earns £500,000 per week before tax, has been burning a huge hole in Florentino Perezs pocket, with Real getting very little in return for their huge investment.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES The 71-year-old manager is understood to be self-isolating after returning a positive result following a routine test at the clubs training ground earlier this week.
The Welshman, who currently earns £600,000 per week before tax, has been burning a huge hole in Florentino Perezs pocket, with Real getting very little in return for their huge investment.
Up to 1,000 fans will be allowed at eight fixtures across the three divisions of the EFL - including the Championship matches at Middlesbrough and Norwich - on Saturday afternoon.
The 37-year-old returns to the octagon again this weekend for a welterweight clash with Niko Price on the back of the worst run of his distinguished fighting career.
Former England captain Rio Ferdinand says Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has lavished praise on summer signing Hakim Ziyech to him - hailing one particular attribute too.
United have so far only signed Donny van de Beek from Ajax for £40million but have been left frustrated in their attempts to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.
Zidane He has his way reads the front page headline in Marca which features a photograph of Zidane keeping a beady eye on Bale during a training session.
Jose Mourinhos side suffered a 1-0 home defeat by Everton in their opening game of the season on Sunday but have now sealed a sensational return for fan favourite Gareth Bale.
Tottenham have real depth to their squad this season but it will be tested to the fullest by an upcoming schedule which midfielder Eric Dier says gives little thought to player safety.
Euro nights like this are about playing the man, not the name on the back of the shirt and if they arent distracted by Zlatan Ibrahimovic & Co, there is no reason they cant stand their ground.
Newcastle are closing on a £250,000 deal for highly-rated Peru playmaker Rodrigo Vilca from Deportivo Municipal. The 21-year-old could be loaned out initially for experience.
Mason Greenwood was reportedly reprimanded by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for his bad behaviour whilst on England duty and could lose his starting spot for Manchester Uniteds first match of the season.
Diego Costa is being chased by Turkish side Fenerbahce as the striker prepares to leave Atletico Madrid this summer, according to reports which say that the Spanish club want to cash in on him.
Neil Lennon on Wednesday night challenged Celtic to reach for the summit of the Scottish Premiership this weekend. He watched his side battle to a 2-1 win on Wednesday night.
BHA chair Annamarie Phelps says talks with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport laid bare the financial consequences of a delay in allowing a return of crowds to racecourses.
Diego Costa is being chased by Turkish side Fenerbache as the striker prepares to leave Atletico Madrid this summer, according to reports which say that the Spanish club want to cash in on him.
Quique Setien, according to the report, has not been officially sacked and a severance package between the former manager and the club has still to be agreed, leaving Ronald Koeman in limbo.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Thursdays meetings at Pontefract, Ayr, Yarmouth and Chelsmford City.
McCoy said that the star line-up assembled by Pat Smullen for last years race at the Curragh which raised more than £2.3m for cancer trials highlighted the affection in which he was held.
Tottenham are such heavy favourites to beat Lokomotiv Plovdiv that even the Bulgarian sides managers 10-year-old son is predicting a win for Jose Mourinhos side.
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic spent their returns to the court serving notice that suggestions of a new world order may be premature.
Paris St Germains Neymar has been given a two-match ban for striking out at Marseilles Alvaro Gonzalez in last Sundays Ligue 1 encounter, while Layvin Kurzawa has a six-game ban.
Englands leading white-ball specialists could be in for a winter bounty with the Big Bash League set to sanction three overseas players per team amid fears over standards.
At this rate, Gary Breen may be right - Shane Duffy really might finish his season in Glasgow with a goal tally in double figures. The defender scored again as Celtic beat St Mirren 3-1 on Wednesday night.
He goes under the radar in because of the people around him in Tests, that’s the presence of Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad, and in limited-overs we are infatuated by Jofra Archer and Mark Wood.
PAUL NEWMAN Eoin Morgan conceded England were beaten by the better team on Wednesday after their five-year long unbeaten home ODI series record was ended in dramatic style by Australia.
Northampton remained locked in a dispute with European tournament organisers EPCR over safety fears about their critical shortage of available loosehead props to face Exeter.
CB Hounslow United refused to reappear for the second half of Saturdays preliminary round FA Cup match after one of their players reported to the referee four times that he had been abused.
When Justin Rose lifted the US Open trophy following a memorable final round at Merion in 2013, it appeared not only a personal triumph but an inspirational one for English golf.
Adam Yates lost time on the final climb of stage 17 of the Tour de France, at the summit of the Col de la Loze above Meribel, but stays in fifth place. Miguel Angel Lopez won the gruelling stage.
Over the past 50 years, there have been only two major championships where the winner failed to break par in a single round. Both were at Winged Foot, home to this years US Open.
EXCLUSIVE Darren Wilsons salary is more than four times the average for someone in the same role at an EFL club and close to 10 times more than the average at a League Two club.
Julian Draxler was PSGs saviour as the German winger struck in stoppage time to earn his side their first win of the season in a 1-0 win over Metz. It is Thomas Tuchels sides first win of the season.
Bielsa has not fared well in English cup competition since his arrival two years ago - and not even the inclusion of £27m Rodrigo could help him here as Leeds crashed out on penalties.
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER If Gareth Bale can be the catalyst for the Jose Mourinho era at Tottenham, he will be remembered as one of the clubs all-time greats.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN Good player, good riddance, will be how most Real Madrid supporters send off Gareth Bale if he completes a move back to Tottenham this summer.
Yorkshires hopes of reaching the latter stages of the Vitality Blast were dealt a huge blow before a ball was bowled against Durham at Headingley on Wednesday night.
Tottenham and Daniel Levy are going all out to support Jose Mourinho in his bid to turn the club around and win a trophy. Long-term that may be an issue, but for now it is just a cause for excitement.
DOMINIC KING AT GOODISON PARK Quality told in the end and Michael Keane and Gylfi Sigurdsson converted at Goodison Park to take the game away from the fourth division side.
In the run-up to FIFA 21s grand launch on October 6, the biggest stars in football and fans alike are eager to find out the players ratings. Now the best dribblers have been revealed.
DANIEL MATTHEWS AT ST MARYS STADIUM If Thomas Franks casual get-up and depleted bench suggested the Carabao Cup is an afterthought, the performance proved otherwise.
Superb centuries from Alex Carey and Glenn Maxwell lifted Australia to a dramatic three-wicket victory over England on Wednesday as the touring side clinched the one-day international series 2-1.
Leeds decision to appoint Kiko Casilla as captain for their Carabao Cup clash with Hull was met with unbridled rage online. Casilla was found guilty of racially abusing Jonathan Leko.
The end of Mauricio Pochettinos reign barely features in the nine-part All or Nothing series despite it being one of the main storylines of Spurss 2019-20 campaign and the ex-boss was critical of that.
Aleksandar Mitrovic made a scoring return to the starting line-up for Fulham as he secured their progression to the next round of the Carabao Cup.
Most players social media accounts. Some get their management teams to run them while others take control themselves - but occasionally with unfortunate consequences.
EXCLUSIVE BY DOMINIC KING AND SAMI MOKBEL The Wales international has agreed terms on a year-long deal that Sportsmail understands to be worth more than £13million.
Striker Hal Robson-Kanu scored his first League Cup goal for over 10 years as West Brom beat League Two Harrogate in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
Would Reguilon be a good fit for Tottenham with his attacking style of play, or would he add more frustration to their backline? Sportsmail goes through his career so far...
Any fears Lionel Messis mind may be elsewhere this season, having begrudgingly agreed to remain at the club this summer, were quashed with a stunning brace against Girona.
Arsenal are not the only club pushing the boat out when it comes to contracts, however, with several clubs giving new signings the coveted place atop the wage list this summer.
Representatives of the major sports met Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden to discuss their aspirations for fans to attend matches as soon as possible, with a further update expected next week.
Tottenham have moved closer to sealing their double swoop Real Madrid pair Bale and Sergio Reguilon. Left-back Reguilon is due to undergo a medical on Thursday.
Manager Brendan Rodgers has been keen to bring in a winger to improve his sides ratio of goals and assists from wide areas, so they do not rely too much on Jamie Vardy.
The National League side called United first thing this morning to discuss taking Taylor for the season but his hopes of playing more competitive action were dashed just half an hour later.
Harrogate and Salford will be dreaming of major upsets when they take on West Brom and Everton in the second-round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
The Manchester United Womens captain tested positive for the novel coronavirus and will now go into a period of isolation for 10 days, ruling her out of participating in Phil Nevilles training camp.
Nestled inside a gated parkland in the Greater Manchester area, the plush seven-bedroom pad boasts six bathrooms and reception rooms across three floors along with its very own five-a-side pitch.
The Brazilian defender has signed a one-year deal at Stamford Bridge after calling time on his time at Paris Saint-Germain. Ben Chilwell is back in action after recovering from a heel injury.
The 21-year-old German leads the Formula 2 championship in his second year at the sports reserve level. And Schumacher is in line to be promoted to F1 next year
Bemoaning a lack of creativity through their midfield, players are said to have joked privately that the main tactic for this side is, Give the ball to Ney (Neymar), have to look for Ney.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL DeIe Alli has not been included in the squad to face Lokomotiv Plovdiv as he faces the prospect of leaving Tottenham Hotspur this summer.
Leicester City are exploring a loan deal for Romas Turkey international winger Cengiz Under. The 23-year-old could then move permanently to the Foxes for £24million next year.
New Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman is targeting an attacking addition to his squad, with question marks over the long-term future of Luis Suarez, but he reportedly failed to get Aubameyang.
The French football chief has made the extraordinary claim that racism barely exists in sport in the wake of Neymars claims that Alvaro Gonzalez used a racial slur last week.
His long, un-groomed grey hair along with his father Christmas-esque beard make him almost unrecognisable from his days playing for one of the Premier Leagues biggest teams.
Angelino said the chance to work with RB Leipzigs highly-rated manager Julian Nagelsmann once more was too good to turn down and was key in his decision to reject interest from Barcelona.
Djokovic didnt face a single break point against the unseeded Caruso as he coasted through to the last-16 and the volatile temper that erupted in New York wasnt tested here.
Werner has said Lampard was one of the main reasons he chose to join Chelsea this summer and now he has opened up on how the manager turned his head.
Torres return to Atletico in 2015 was actually orchestrated by Simeone, but it wasnt long before an uncomfortable situation between them began to develop in the Spanish capital.
Jose Mourinho insists Dele Alli is feeling Tottenham Hotspurs poor start to the Premier League season after cutting a dejected figure in the changing room.
The Manchester pair, who were sent home while on international duty with England for breaching coronavirus rules, are among seven players from the Premier League who are up for the award.
Tapeo and Wine will be closing its doors just four years after Manchester Uniteds Spanish midfielder opened it. The Deansgate eatery didnt re-open following the Covid-19 crisis.
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has conceded he is bemused by the decision to have 10 matches hosting 1,000 fans each this weekend due to the nationwide Rule of Six.
The federation revealed that Pirlo and Motta were the best two students in their group, but the former PSG midfielder received a mark of 108 out of 110, whilst Pirlo, earned a 107.
It would be a stunning double swoop if Levy is able to pull it off and would see both men fly straight into Jose Mourinhos starting XI, providing more depth for the Portuguese manager.
It is understood December 12 at the O2 Arena has been pencilled in for Joshua to defend his WBA, IBF and WBO titles against his mandatory challenger.
The 10 pilot games in the EFL will do ahead this Saturday despite the latest Government crackdown that prohibits gatherings in groups of more than six.
Wilder clearly appreciates the wingers qualities, believing even at 31 he has the ability to terrorise opposition defenders and jokingly urged Bale to stay in Madrid instead of returning to England.
Klopp is willing to stay at Liverpool past his current deal, but insisted he will not jump into another job once he leaves. He signed an extension last year that will keep him at Anfield until 2024.
The 18-year-old made his debut for the Serie A side last season and was part of the clubs Champions League squad for their quarter final tie against Paris Saint-Germain.
While a move appears to be imminent, Mourinho refused to be drawn in on the move before admitting that he has wanted to sign the 31-year-old in his previous job at the Bernabeu.
The Real Madrid star has been linked with a move back to his former side and Redknapp, who had four years with Welshman in north London, thinks it would be a great deal for both parties.
If the same criteria as Germany were to be applied to the Premier League on current levels of coronavirus infection, however, only eight clubs could host fans as it stands.
The left back decided to wind up his team-mates ahead of Chelseas match against Manchester City - with Jurgen Klopps team knowing a victory or draw for Frank Lampards side would hand them the title.
After falling out of favour at Manchester City, Sane has the chance to start afresh in his homeland and, although his quality is clear, Lewandowski has promised to help Sane realise his potential.
The Rio 2016 medallist discovered last month that the complaint she made against British Gymnastics and Amanda Reddin - who has since been temporarily stood down - had been dismissed.
The furious fall-out from Sunday nights Ligue 1 fixture took another twist when a Spanish television network used subtitles to suggest Neymar called Gonzalez a f queer.
The 28-year-old Japan international joined Newcastle from Mainz on a four-year contract in August 2018 for a fee of around £9.5million. He has managed only two goals from 28 appearances.
The north London club are now leading the way to sign the Welshman who left Spurs for the Bernabeu for a then world-record fee of £86million seven years ago.
The 28-year-old Japan international joined Newcastle from Mainz on a four-year contract in August 2018 for a fee of around £9.5million. He has managed only two goals from 28 appearances.
Aston Villa have announced the signing of goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Arsenal. He has signed a four-year deal with the Villians after spending eight seasons in North London.
Former heavyweight world champion Tyson will hold the natural size advantage over Jones Jr, who for much of his career campaigned in lower weight divisions.
Spurs are in pole position to bring Wales star Bale back from Real in what could well be the summers most sensational transfer deal and he would be their top earner right away.
Both Ferguson and Poirier have been crowned interim lightweight champions, but neither have been able to move to the next level and become undisputed king of the 155 pounders.
The Toffees have splashed the cash this summer in an attempt to revamp Carlo Ancelottis squad, with Allan, Abdoulaye Doucoure and James Rodriguez all coming on board.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could hand the 23-year-old his first competitive appearance in this Saturdays Premier League opener against Crystal Palace.
Ronald Koeman has expressed serious doubt over whether Barcelona can pull off the transfer of Memphis Depay, admitting he does not expect the Lyon star to arrive.
Lukaku scored 27 goals and made seven assists in all competitions during Koemans season at Everton and the Dutchman wanted to take the striker to the Nou Camp to replace Luis Suarez.
Tottenham had held positive talks with the LaLiga champions about a loan deal which would see Madrid pay in-excess of 50 per cent of the stars wages of up to £500,000-per-week on Tuesday.
Rennes are now hoping to receive Tomori (left) in any deal for Mendy (right) as they look to squeeze a little more out of the west London club, according to French news outlet Telefoot.
Giroud, who joined Chelsea from London rivals Arsenal, has now admitted that he wanted a departure so badly that he almost made the move back to north London, but this time to Spurs.
Midfielder Alli was taken off at half-time for Moussa Sissoko on Sunday afternoon as Spurs opened their Premier League campaign with a 1-0 home loss.
Each week throughout the 2020-21 season, Sportsmail will bring you a Power Rankings table, listing the top-10 hottest players in the Premier League. But who wins a place in the first edition?
The signing of an elite goalkeeper is a landmark moment in any managers tenure at a major club. Frank Lampard needs the impending arrival of Edouard Mendy to be exactly that.
The Argentine superstar told Barcelona, via fax, he wanted to leave the Nou Camp this summer but performed a dramatic U-turn by announcing he would stay at the club this season.
Brushing aside concerns over its long-term future because of the Covid-19 outbreak, the womens game in England is on an upward trajectory fuelled by a domestic sponsorship deal of its Super League.
Former England defender Alex Scott believes the WSL can hand on heart claim to be the best league in the world following a string of high-profile signings this summer.
Georges St-Pierre does not consider Conor McGregor among the greatest MMA fighters of all time, instead rating Royce Gracie as his cream of the crop.
Messi was less than impressed with the unwanted attention he received from Gimnastic de Tarragona midfielder Javier Ribelles on his return to action in a pre-season friendly.
Jack Grealish helped Aston Villa through to the third round of the Carabao Cup and then admitted it had been 50-50 that he would put pen to paper on his new five-year deal with the club.
Barcelona have been in pursuit of the Lyon winger this summer as they look to bolster their attacking line - with new boss Ronald Koeman hoping to reunite with Depay after coaching him with Holland.
EXCLUSIVE BY RIATH AL-SAMARRAI Akabusi has never been accused of lacking an appetite for life, yet it was only through grim recent experience that he truly appreciated what he might be losing.
PSG winger Angel Di Maria could face a lengthy ban after fresh footage emerged of him spitting towards Marseille defender Alvaro Gonzalez.
There were no major upsets as the second round got under way on Tuesday night, but a number of clubs set up attractive ties in the next round.
Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is expected to move to Villa Park on a four-year contract after Dean Smiths side had a £16m bid plus add ons accepted by the Gunners.
The world of racing was in mourning on Tuesday night after the death of nine-time Irish champion jockey Pat Smullen was announced at the age of 43,
NASSER HUSSAIN It needs one last push now. These England cricketers have been in the bubble for a long time and many of them are jumping on a plane to go to the IPL.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW It isnt easy being an Ayew, although Jordan has made it look largely effortless over the past year. Ayews dad is a Ghana football legend, with the nickname Pele.
Only a drawn Twenty20 series against Pakistan will stop England completing a summer clean sweep if they can conjure up one more victory in the decider against Australia on Wednesday.
The Government are expected to provide an update on the return of fans to stadiums this week, with several Football League clubs planning to press ahead with pilot events.
EXCLUSIVE The Government has received a proposal from a British technology company about an app to solve the dilemma of getting spectators back into stadiums.
Callum Hudson-Odoi spurned Bayern Munich to sign a five-year deal at Chelsea but has since struggled to nail down a place in the team. The German club are ready to move for him again.
EXCLUSIVE A number of top flight clubs fear being infected in Carabao Cup ties after the EFL removed the mandatory protocol for teams to be screened on a weekly basis.
EXCLUSIVE England manager Gareth Southgate has been given the green light to attend Premier League matches again, after not attending any games in person during Project Restart.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Wednesdays meetings at Yarmouth, Sandown, Kelso and Beverley.
At a Tokyo 2020 executive board meeting on Tuesday, organising committee chief executive Toshiro Muto admitted they are close approving 50 to 60 items to simplify the event and cut costs.
The last time the US Open was at Winged Foot, Tiger Woods arrived utterly bereft following the recent loss of father and mentor, Earl.
Alex Goode is primed to deputise for the banned Owen Farrell in Saracens No 10 shirt against Leinster on Saturday and he will relish the added responsibility - even if it makes his mother uneasy.
Hopes for pilot events with limited numbers of spectators at Warwick on Monday and Newmarket, for the three-day Cambridgeshire meeting, starting on September 24 were still alive.
Each week throughout the 2020-21 season, Sportsmail will bring you a Power Rankings table, listing the top-10 hottest players in the Premier League. But who wins a place in the first edition?
ADRIAN KAJUMBA AT THE VITALITY STADIUM Palace captain Luka Milivojevic missed the vital sudden death penalty in an incredible shootout to allow Bournemouth through in the cup.
Aston Villa came from behind to beat Burton Albion 3-1, Newcastle overcame Blackburn 1-0 while West Ham easily saw off Charlton 3-0 in the second round of the Carabao Cup.
Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish celebrated his new £135,000 a week contract by inspiring a Carabao Cup comeback.
MATT BARLOW AT LONDON STADIUM West Ham swept aside both Charlton and any lingering frustration at their defeat by Newcastle as David Moyes men marched on in the Carabao Cup.
CRAIG HOPE AT ST JAMES PARK Blackburn Rovers put in a spirited performance at St James Park but a goal from new signing Ryan Fraser meant Newcastle United came away as winners.
The FIFA 21 rating reveals are coming thick and fast ahead of the games official release date on October 6, and we now know who the fastest players in this years edition are.
Here, Sportsmail look at the areas that Liverpool could strengthen before the transfer window closes and suggest a potential signing for each position.
Tottenham were thrashing out a deal on Tuesday night to see former hero Gareth Bale make a sensational return to the club. Real Madrid will agree to pay in excess of 50 percent of his wages.
Chelseas low gear performance will have convinced Lampard that further work needs to be done to raise his team to the level of Liverpool and Manchester City in this seasons title race.
Coman, who has been identified by Manchester United as potential alternative to Jadon Sancho, tested negative for the coronavirus on Sunday.
Germanys Lennard Kamna won stage 16 of the Tour de France from a breakaway in Villard-de-Lans, but there has been no change at the top of the overall standings of this years event.
Juventus are growing pessimistic over completing a deal for Luis Suarez due to issues with the Uruguayan securing Italian citizenship. He has already agreed terms on a deal.
Newcastle host Blackburn, troubled West Ham play party to Charlton, Crystal Palace travel to recently relegated Bournemouth while Villa take on Burton Albion away. Follow all the live action right here...
The former Liverpool defender claimed right backs were either failed wingers or centre backs - but fast-forward seven years and England are blessed with an array of talent in that position.
On Monday, sources told Sportsmail that the Championship club had spoken to other EFL sides with a view to playing fixtures elsewhere - including at two grounds in Lancashire.
EXCLUSIVE BY RICHARD GIBSON County cricket is to be spared from ECBs new austerity measures despite governing body slashing their workforce by a sixth and saving 20% in wages.
Former Chelsea legend Branislav Ivanovic has completed his move to West Brom. The defender has signed a one-year deal having been a free agent after leaving Zenit St Petersburg.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has finally put pen to paper on a bumper new Arsenal contract in what is a major boost for manager Mikel Artetas rebuilding project.
EXCLUSIVE Match of the Day pundit Ian Wright has taken a major pay cut, with his BBC wages falling by at least £60,000 and dropping him off the highest earners list completely.
Heritage England are fiercely against the site being used for the stadium because they want to preserve the Grade II listed Bramley-Moore Dock and prevent it from being filled in.
The Brit was knocked out cold by Povetkin in a shock defeat last month and subsequently surrendered his place as the No 1 mandatory challenger to Tyson Furys WBC world title.
The world No 1 is back in action at the Italian Open in Rome on clay this week and was put through his paces during a practice session on Tuesday ahead of his opening match of the tournament.
The 25-year-old Iceland international goalkeeper, who plays for French club Dijon, is attracting interest from the Gunners as they search for a replacement for Aston Villa-bound Emiliano Martinez.
Fast bowling great Michael Holding criticised the Aussies along with England and Pakistan for dropping the gesture before matches as soon as West Indies went home from their 2-1 Test defeat.
If Barcelona can sell central defenders Samuel Umtiti and Jean-Clair Todibo they will move for Garcia this year. If not then the player has committed to not signing a new contract at City.
Pjanic, who was part of a swap deal which involved Arthur joining his former side Juventus, was delayed arriving in Spain after testing positive for coronavirus in August.
As reported by Sportsmail, Gallagher was was on Albions radar in the build-up to the new campaign and Baggies boss Bilics positive relationship with Blues manager Lampard has been key to the deal.
The midfielder was left out of Ronald Koemans squad for the Catalan giants pre-season friendly against Gimnastic last weekend and has been heavily linked with a move to Inter Milan.
Mammoth endorsement deals have seen the Argentine amass a huge fortune while his eye-watering salary of $92m saw him top Forbes highest-paid athletes list for 2020.
Torres moved to Liverpool in 2007 and spent four years at the club where he established himself as one of the most prolific strikers in the Premier League before moving to Chelsea in a £50m deal.
Schumacher was known for his intensity and ruthless approach on the track, which saw him create a dislikeable persona among his peers during his heyday in Formula One.
Neymar alleged that Gonzalez called him a monkey motherf in a heated derby that saw five players sent off while 12 others were given yellow cards after a mass brawl broke out.
The Argentine club were hit by coronavirus at their supposedly bio-secure training camp in Buenos Aires with 22 first-team players testing positive. At least half the squad remain positive.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA Arsenal have turned down an approach from Sheffield United for their striker prospect Folarin Balogun that is believed to have been worth around £3m.
ESPN report that Spurs manager Jose Mourinho has made it clear to chairman Daniel Levy that he needs attacking reinforcements to ease the goalscoring burden on Harry Kane.
The Argentine club were hit by coronavirus at their supposedly bio-secure training camp in Buenos Aires with 22 first-team players testing positive. At least half the squad remain positive.
With the new Serie A season due to begin this weekend, Roma want a new centre-half as matter of urgency and are keen to make Chris Smallings move permanent after a successful loan spell.
The midfielder had been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United in this summer transfer window, but he has put an end to speculation of a move this summer.
The Germany international made his competitive debut for the Blues in their 3-1 win at Brighton on Monday and won the penalty that saw Jorginho put the visitors into the lead.
ECB chief said English cricket was facing its most significant challenge of the modern era, warning that this years losses could double to £200m if next summers programmes were similarly hit.
The Mercedes driver sported a jersey which read Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor referring to an African-American woman who was fatally shot by police officers in Kentucky.
Willian was the standout performer as Arsenal strolled to a 3-0 win at Fulham while Allan impressed in midfield as Everton ended their top six nightmare with victory at Tottenham.
Mbappe will not be short of suitors next summer But Spanish media are already convinced he is heading for the Bernabeu with AS reporting that Mbappe has his heart set on signing for Madrid.
The former Republic of Ireland international striker has mutually agreed to terminate his contract after less than a month at the club and without making an appearance.
The 22-year-old Serbian midfielder has failed to settle in Valencia, despite making his first senior appearance for them on Sunday two years after joining them from Red Star Belgrade in 2018.
The 24-year-old midfielder did not feature in the Gunners Community Shield victory over Liverpool nor was he included in the squad for their 3-0 win at Fulham last weekend.
When Jurgen Klopp and Frank Lampard resume hostilities on Sunday, there will be half an eye on the sidelines at Stamford Bridge while Liverpool and Chelsea lock horns on the pitch.
Roy Jones Jr (top right) and Mike Tyson are set to compete in an unofficial eight-round bout on November 28 in California, two months after the exhibition was originally supposed to take place.
DEREK LAWRENSON Colin Montgomerie and Phil Mickleson have nine runner-up finishes between them at the US Open, though 2006 was the one for both men where it could have ended so differently.
Nadal wasnt at the US Open because of coronavirus concerns but has offered his thoughts on the matter ahead of his own return to action at the Italian Open this week.
When Jurgen Klopp and Frank Lampard resume hostilities on Sunday, there will be half an eye on the sidelines at Stamford Bridge while Liverpool and Chelsea lock horns on the pitch.
There is a possibility that 300 fans will be able to attend Gladbachs first home game of the Bundesliga season against Union Berlin later this month, but the ultras have opted against a return.
Edouard Mendy was left out of Rennes 4-2 victory against Nimes on Sunday and now looks set to provide immediate competition for under-fire Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero.
The government is set to apply the breaks on fans returning to sport from October 1, with as little as 1,000 spectators allowed back next month instead of the initial plans for up to 30 per cent.
The heavyweight rivals have only agreed financial terms on a two-fight deal and will first have to come through their impending title defences before they can sit down to iron out the rest of the details.
Bayern were interested in the winger before but couldnt lure him away from Stamford Bridge and he eventually signed a huge new contract worth around £50m in September 2019.
The English midfielder has had multiple injury setbacks, including a long-term spell on the sidelines from March 2019 to February of this year. Loftus-Cheek was given a starting berth on Monday.
The Argentina attacking midfielder, who plays in Italy for Udinese, has been linked with a switch to Elland Road for some time. The Italian club want £37m for him but Leeds think this is too high.
Winger Willian joined his old pal Luiz at the Gunners after joining on a free transfer following his departure from the Blues. Oscar spent five years at Stamford Bridge before switching to China.
The English midfielder has had multiple injury setbacks, including a long-term spell on the sidelines from March 2019 to February of this year. Loftus-Cheek was given a starting berth on Monday.
Ronald Koeman has been keen on signing the 26-year-old, who he knows very well from his time coaching the Dutch national team. Depay is to travel to Barcelona in the next few days.
JEFF POWELL A toxic combination of coronavirus and Canelo Alvarez is threatening the future of the revolutionary challenger by the DAZN digital subscription streaming service.
Brighton managed to impress their boss Graham Potter with a spirited performance despite losing to Chelsea on Monday night at the Amex Stadium.
Germany hitmanTimo Werner impressed his new manager on his Premier League debut, winning a penalty as Chelsea eased past Brighton 3-1 at the Amex Stadium.
The Argentine has been a prime target for the Catalan club for some time as they look to rejuvenate their squad after a difficult season, with Martinez reportedly also keen on the move.
A new-look Chelsea side were able to defeat Brighton 3-1 in their first Premier League clash of the new season, with James having crashed home an unstoppable effort from distance.
As reported by The Sun, the Hammers are prepared to offer Arsenal a £5million loan fee for Holding. West Ham manager David Moyes is eager to sign a centre-back before the transfer window closes.
Chelsea took all three points over Brighton with a 3-1 away victory. However it was Brightons goal that got Sky Sports pundits questioning Chelseas title hopes due to their goalkeeper.
The German broke from being interviewed after suffering a 4-1 defeat in the DFB-Pokal first round to make his way into the supporters area to aggressively confront the fan.
CHRIS SUTTON - ANALYSIS Timo Werner is so rapid he got the nickname Turbo Timo while playing in Germany with RRB Leipzig. He certainly lived up to the name on his league debut.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Tuesdays meetings at Yarmouth, Redcar, Hexham and Kempton.
EXCLUSIVE Middlesex have drafted in Andrew Cornish - a year after he was sacked by Somerset. The aviation specialist departed his job as chief executive at Taunton last summer.
SECRET SCOUT Scouting can be frustrating but also enjoyable and occasionally incredibly satisfying. Many times you will see a player who you feel has the ability to justify a recommendation.
Yorkshire were forced to withdraw captain David Willey and three other players from the Roses defeat at Headingley due to coronavirus protocols after a squad member reported symptoms.
DOMINIC KING Michael Keanes eyes lit up as he told the story of James Rodriguezs first day at Everton. It takes something unusual for footballers to react with such animation.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES The 31-year-old scored 10 goals in Germany last season after netting 81 goals in 103 appearances for Sporting. Tottenham tried to sign Dost two years ago.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN A source close to Barnsley, who have played at Oakwell for 132 years, disclosed a number of other sides have been spoken to about hosting the clubs matches.
Hamilton felt the lights indicating racing was about to restart came on too late, causing the field to back up - he alleged as a deliberate ploy to spice up the racing.
SAMI MOKBEL Word spread quickly among Tottenham players on Sunday night about the manager branding them lazy. Some saw it as a tactic to trigger a reaction after the defeat to Everton.
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER Language evolves. Quite literally, it does. We may think the meaning of words is finite and stable but at any time a great number of them are in flux.
Owen Farrell wont feature in the Euro clash in Dublin but he has been helping to lead preparations and is likely take up a touchline role for Saracens at the Aviva Stadium.
SAMI MOKBEL AT THE AMEX STADIUM The honeymoon periods over for Frank Lampard. Spending £200million on new recruits has seen to that.
MARTIN SAMUEL Speed has never been more important in the modern game, yet Chelsea, for all of their success, have often done without. Frank Lampard has succeeded in making them a threat.
Just three weeks ago, Paris Saint-Germain stepped onto the pitch in their first ever Champions League Final, now they lie in a crisis just two games into the new Ligue 1 season.
Early-season moans in the Premier League have usually resulted in him being sacked before the end of the campaign - as was seen during his tenure at Manchester United and two spells with Chelsea.
Jude Bellingham scored on his competitive debut as Borussia Dortmund started the season with a comfortable 5-0 victory over MSV Duisburg in the DFB-Pokal first round.
DEREK LAWRENSON Colin Montgomerie and Phil Mickleson have nine runner-up finishes between them at the US Open, though 2006 was the one for both men where it could have ended so differently.
Gareth Bale is one of several options on the table with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer determined to bring in a right-sided forward before the transfer window closes next month.
Those who have tested positive will now have to self-isolate for a period of ten days. It was revealed that just three positive results were recorded in the first round of top-flight testing last week.
The 28-year-old was sent off for Paris Saint-Germain after a punch at Alvaro Gonzalez, before the Brazilian insisted that the Marseille defender was racially abusive towards him.
CRAIG HOPE AT BRAMALL LANE Raul Jimenez gave Wolves the lead with a smart finish on three minutes, and Romain Saiss bullet header then beat Aaron Ramsdale soon after.
Gary Neville has hailed Mohamed Salah following the Liverpool stars hat-trick in the 4-3 victory over Leeds, highlighting the strikers killer instinct.
The 31-year-old is keen to move after being frozen out by Zinedine Zidane and saw the club scupper a transfer to Jiangsu Suning in China after asking for a fee once he had agreed wages.
Brighton host Chelsea in final game of the first week of Premier Leagues return. Sportsmails Ieuan Ivett will provide live EPL coverage of Brighton vs Chelsea including score, lineups and updates.
The Arsenal and Manchester United teenagers have been rewarded for their exciting breakthroughs last season with major updates of 10 points to their ratings on the popular game.
Investigators have accused Metzelder of having possessed 297 files of child pornographic content, and he is said to have sent 29 images and videos of a similar nature on WhatsApp.
The 34-year-old signed a two-year deal at the LaLiga club in August and is in line to make his debut for his new side against Real Madrid on Sunday after recovering from COVID-19.
After Cristiano Ronaldo previously achieved the feat, Messi has now earned $1billion in pre-tax earnings during his career, as reported by Forbes.
CHRIS WHEELER Manchester City are considering a move for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez as Pep Guardiola looks to sign another centre-back before the transfer window closes.
Neymar was sent off after VAR found that he had thrown a punch at Gonzalez, before the Brazilian insisted that the Marseille defender was racially abusive towards the PSG superstar.
Sportsmail will provide live updates from the Premier League and European clubs as they continue to negotiate and complete signings during this summer transfer window.
The 42-year-old, who made 46 appearances at Old Trafford between 2001 and 2005, lapsed into the tough spell during his recovery from injury and says his life was heavily affected off the field.
Sheffield United caught the rest of the league by surprise last season and Chris Wilder will be looking to avoid second season syndrome - starting against Wolves. Follow all the action here.
The Hammers already look like a club destined to struggle after opening their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 home defeat by Newcastle.
The 34-year-old signed a two-year deal at the LaLiga club in August and is in line to make his debut for his new side against Real Madrid on Sunday after recovering from COVID-19.
Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo is set to be awarded his coaching badges on Monday, only six days before his first match against Sampdoria in Serie A.
The Lyon winger has flown from France to Copenhagen where he will undergo medical tests and speak to Villas Danish sporting director Johan Lange who is in his home country.
All 20 Premier League clubs have to repay the £330m they were told they needed to pay the leagues broadcast partners as a result of the three-month suspension of football.
The Argentine striker agreed a £2.3million payoff with Juventus last week to terminate his contract a year early, a move which has left him free to join David Beckhams fledgling franchise.
Man City are eyeing defensive reinforcements after their underwhelming Premier League campaign last time out, in which they lost nine times, and have snapped up the services of Nathan Ake for £40m.
Chelsea are sending shock waves through the world of football with their spending spree this summer. The Blues have splashed out £229million on six new signings as they look to close the gap.
Van Dijk made his third mistake directly leading to a goal since the start of the 2018-19 season for Patrick Bamfords goal in Liverpools 4-3 win over Leeds - no player has made more.
Holding, one of the most erudite and passionate figures in world cricket, said a lack of respect had been shown by the cricketers in dropping the gesture as soon as West Indies went home.
The 31-year-old is keen to move after being frozen out by Zinedine Zidane and saw the club scupper a transfer to Jiangsu Suning in China after asking for a fee once he had agreed wages.
The Manchester United defender missed Manchester Uniteds photoshoots for TV today as he waits for his move to Roma to be concluded. Smalling spent last season on loan at the Giallorossi.
The Palace forward, who starred at Trabzonspor last term, had emerged as an ideal target to help ease the workload off Harry Kane but Spurs are now keen to turn their attention elsewhere.
Marcelo Bielsas side had more possession than Liverpool at Anfield and scored from their three shots on target, which included a second Premier League goal for Patrick Bamford.
Wilder has triggered an immediate rematch clause and the pair are set to meet for a third time later this year, with Fury looking to win once again and move a step closer to a huge bout with AJ.
FAN VIEW Having spent over £200million in twelve months Roman Abramovich and the fans will demand much more from Chelsea legend and current boss Frank Lampard this season.
The Mugello race track made its F1 debut on the weekend and it certainly didnt disappoint, with plenty of twists and turns throughout as Hamilton marched to his sixth victory of the season.
A number of League One and League Two clubs have shown interest in the 21-year-old and Spurs are keen for him to go out and gain more competitive game time.
Real Madrid were sent crashing out of the Champions League at the last-16 stage after losing 2-1 at the Etihad to Manchester City, going down 4-2 on aggregate.
After just one game into the new Premier League season, tensions are high again at West Ham and one of their owners has since admitted they could walk away from the club if fans continue protesting.
Danny Williams has retired from boxing after drawing serious concern from fellow fighters over the manner of his latest defeat at the age of 47. The Briton lost to Sergey Kharitonov last week.
Trott impressed on loan at AFC Wimbledon last season in his first taste of senior football and West Ham want the Bermuda-born England youth international to continue his development.
The Blues have splashed £230m this summer on shiny new signings including German duo Kai Havertz and Timo Werner, leading Klopp to turn the spotlight on them for their summer spending.
The Borussia Dortmund head coach has confirmed that Jadon Sancho, who scored 17 goals in the Bundesliga last term, will be staying at the German club despite interest from Manchester United.
There were doubts the rematch, in which Whyte was knocked out by Povetkin in the fifth round last month, would go ahead after the British heavyweight was handed a medical suspension.
The Chelsea head coach revealed Pulisic has earned the number 10 shirt at Chelsea following his brilliant breakthrough campaign at Stamford Bridge last season, where he scored 11 goals.
The world number one admits he was right to be disqualified from the US Open for hitting a line judge but has refused to promise the shocking moment will never happen again in his career.
The Tottenham and England international - who features heavily in the series - claims he will only start watching the shocking fly-on-the-wall documentary in around 20 years time.
The Chelsea head coach revealed Pulisic has earned the number 10 shirt at Chelsea following his brilliant breakthrough campaign at Stamford Bridge last season, where he scored 11 goals.
The Tottenham and England international - who features heavily in the series - claims he will only start watching the shocking fly-on-the-wall documentary in around 20 years time.
CRAIG HOPE Mike Ashley and Newcastle United have instructed two leading QCs in their dispute with the Premier League over its rejection of the clubs Saudi-led takeover.
Kylian Mbappes reported decision to inform Paris Saint-Germain that he wants to leave next summer has got plenty of people talking, none more so than the Spanish press.
Rose, who only has a year left on his current contract, was told that he is not part of Mourinhos plans for the 2020-21 season when he returned from his loan spell from Newcastle, according to reports.
CRAIG HOPE Mike Ashley and Newcastle United have instructed two leading QCs in their dispute with the Premier League over its rejection of the clubs Saudi-led takeover.
The Premier League has returned after its incredibly short break, and the opening weekend has already treated supporters to twists and turns galore. Sportsmail takes a look at what we learned.
OM ran out 1-0 winners in a heated derby that saw five players sent off while 12 others were given yellow cards after a mass brawl broke out during the game at the Parc des Princes.
The retired mixed martial artist, 32, has been accused of showing off his manhood and then assaulting a young married woman following a heavy drinking session in the Port of Calvi, France.
The former Leicester midfielder, who won the Premier League with Ranieri during the 2015-16 season with the Foxes, is out of favour at Stamford Bridge. An intermediary has contacted Sampdoria.
Switzerland international Zakaria has a contact with the German side that runs until 2022 and, according to Bild , he is on Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopps radar.
Declan Rice, 21, has been strongly linked with a move to Chelsea this summer window, with Frank Lampard an admirer of the midfielder who was released by the club at the age of 14.
Pressure has been mounting on unpopular owners Sullivan and Gold and vice-chairman Brady with some fans supporting the GSB (Gold, Sullivan, Brady) Out campaign.
John Henry, who took over at Anfield 10 years ago, enjoyed a birthday to remember after also seeing the reigning champions run out 4-3 winners in a thrilling season-opener vs Leeds.
The Uruguayan forward could be forced to watch the 2020-21 season from the Barcelona stands as his negotiations with Juventus have slowed down, according to reports.
David Alabas contract at Bayern Munich expires next summer, and with talks over a new deal having broken down at various stages,Uli Hoeness has placed the blame at his agents door.
Sportsmail will provide live updates from the Premier League and European clubs as they continue to negotiate and complete signings during this summer transfer window.
The 25-year-old lit up the Championship last season as Brentford missed out on Premier League promotion after losing the play-off final to Fulham. He scored 17 goals and supplied 10 assists in 46 matches.
Frank Lampard has reminded Jurgen Klopp that Chelsea have merely done what Liverpool already had by spending big in the transfer market, with the Blues having spent over £200m.
MARTIN SAMUEL This was progress. This was the rise in standards Carlo Ancelotti was engaged to promote. And while it was just one game, it felt like a leap forward for Everton more than a step.
EXCLUSIVE Lewis Hamilton was keen to promote matters away from the track as he wore a shirt that read Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor at the Tuscan Grand Prix.
Runarsson, who has been linked with a move to Championship side Brentford in the past, was an unused substitute in Englands 1-0 win over Iceland in the UEFA Nations League.
The clash saw an incredible 12 yellow cards shown by referee Jerome Brisard inside normal time as tensions flared on the pitch - and the shocking melee sparked into life deep in stoppage time.
SIMON JONES The 25-year-old Traore played 35 matches last season, mainly on the right wing, and scored four goals, adding five assists. He wants to leave after finding himself frozen out.
Villas-Boas team managed to prevail courtesy of a goal from Florian Thauvin in the 31st minute and the game ended in dramatic fashion with five players sent off in the closing stages.
Cam Newton rushed for 15 times for 75 yards and threw for 155 yards, leading a Patriots offensive attack in their first game since the departure of Tom Brady to Tampa Bay.
SARACENS 40-17 EXETER Saracens warmed up for their Champions Cup quarter-final with Leinster by thrashing a youthful Exeter at Allianz Park.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA Combined Counties Premier Division side CB Hounslow United took a stand and refused to come out of their dressing room for the second half at Sevenoaks Town.
Fabregas played the vast majority of the game as Monaco continued their unbeaten start to the Ligue 1 campaign. The 33-year-old was given a special shirt with the number 800 on it.
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI There was a moment near the end of Saturdays slog when the king of Crystal Palace called for a pass from the younger man in whom so much is expected.
MARK CLATTENBURG Michael Oliver was 100 per cent correct to award Liverpools first penalty when Mo Salahs shot deflected off the thigh of Leeds defender Robin Koch and up onto his arm.
IAN HERBERT AT THE MAN CITY ACADEMY STADIUM A first game on home soil for Manchester City and their new imports saw them shut out by supremely resilient opponents.
Wycombe Wanderers make no apology for their ultra-direct style of play under Gareth Ainsworth. One sign above the Adams Park tunnel reads Our house, our rules.
They need funds after losses triggered by the drop in division and a lack of crowds during the Covid-19 pandemic, with Ben Godfrey, Todd Cantwell or Emiliano Buendia coveted assets.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Mondays meetings at Thirsk, Lingfield, Bath and Wolverhampton.
Nine goals, nine different players on target. Champions Chelsea were an awesome sight as they crushed Bristol City 9-0, just 24 hours after Arsenal scored nine in the 9-1 demolition of West Ham.
The clash saw an incredible 12 yellow cards shown by referee Jerome Brisard inside normal time as tensions flared on the pitch - and the shocking melee sparked into life deep in stoppage time.
MATT BARLOW AT PORTMAN ROAD From the touchline John Sheridan struggled to put a positive spin on a defeat and tried to avoid the complexities of the broader situation at Wigan Athletic.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will speak to Mason Greenwood about his private life after the Manchester United striker landed himself in trouble for the second time in a week.
Recently appointed as manager at Barcelona, Ronald Koeman is determined to improve his squad following their embarrassment in the Champions League last month.
NASSER HUSSAIN This kind of match on a wearing pitch was exactly what England captain Eoin Morgan called for on the eve of this series.
CRAIG HOPE So much of this summer was spent salivating at the prospect of an Argentine genius illuminating the new Premier League season after Leeds won the Championship.
IAN HERBERT having brought the title home at last, the more curious minds around Anfield will surely ask what kept it coming? How did they win it six times in eight years?
Sheffield United boss WIlder believes replacement Aaron Ramsdale is an England goalkeeper in the making and has spoken to Gareth Southgate about him.
Unthreatening and generous of spirit, perhaps a little worn around the sides, it sits in the schedules like a comfortable living room chair in which to slump.
PETER CROUCH This week our resident columnist talks the pursuit - or lack of - of Timo Werner by Liverpool and why West Ham fans should buckle up after a first loss of the season.
It was just like watching Brazil. OK, perhaps thats getting carried away slightly but somethings afoot at Arsenal - and the Samba influence is inescapable.
MARTIN KEOWN All of Leeds Uniteds players looked like Premier League quality in this opener. They were competitive all over the pitch, and Helder Costa caught my eye.
IAN LADYMAN Football is currently as vulnerable as it has been since the cessation of play during the Second World War. This is about an industry under fundamental pressure to survive.
EXCLUSIVE The former French Open champion learned last week that she would no longer be fronting the quiz show A Question of Sport after after more than two decades in the job.
The Scot crossed in 357.40 to claim her fifth straight win over the past three weeks. She was more than two seconds clear of her British team-mate Laura Weightman,
The three-time Ascot Gold Cup winner was beaten a short neck by Aidan OBriens Anthony Van Dyck as the race turned into a 500metre burn-up.
Marquands success at Doncaster on Saturday topped a campaign which started when he won Group One races on Haggas-trained Addeybb in March and April in Australia.
COUCH POTATO BY CHRIS WHEELER On paper, perhaps it wasnt the most powerful studio line-up for Skys first Super Sunday of the season.
West Ham have lost their last five opening-day fixtures. The big worry for them now is what lies ahead as they get set to face Arsenal, Wolves, Leicester, Tottenham, Man City and Liverpool.
SPORTS AGENDA - MIKE KEEGAN More issues for Michael Vaughan after he was left waiting on a Covid test in the Ageas Bowl car park while Having a Harry is coined by Premier League stars.
CHRIS SUTTON - MY VERDICT On the one hand, I wish the Amazon Prime cameras were still in the Tottenham changing room after this defeat. I doubt they would have shown us what was said.
EXCLUSIVE Lewis Hamilton was keen to promote matters away from the track as he wore a shirt that read Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor at the Tuscan Grand Prix.
CHRIS SUTTON - MY VERDICT Youd be hard-pressed to find a bigger wind-up merchant than Jamie Vardy. Sunday was the latest example of him poking fun at the opposition.
Frank Lampard has reminded Jurgen Klopp that Chelsea have merely done what Liverpool already had by spending big in the transfer market, with the Blues having spent over £230m.
Frank Lampards Chelsea may have already spent over £200million this summer but the Blues boss is set to strengthen the position that needs improving the most - the goalkeeper.
PAUL NEWMAN AT EMIRATES OLD TRAFFORD If Englands Test win over Pakistan here earlier this season was the Miracle of Manchester then this was a Suffocation in Salford.
Hes had a whirlwind of a career, spanning from Brazil to Japan to Portugal and now China yet, somewhat inevitably, Hulk is now perhaps most widely known for his off-field exploits.
Hamilton was keen to promote matters away from the race track as he took the plaudits on top of the podium, wearing a shirt that read Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor
Some of Europes elite and top tier frontmen have been linked with a move to the Serie A giants this summer and here, Sportsmail looks at which striker would suit a move to Juventus the best.
MARTIN SAMUEL This was progress. This was the rise in standards Carlo Ancelotti was engaged to promote. And while it was just one game, it felt like a leap forward for Everton more than a step.
Mourinho admitted he felt players were not yet fully fit after a shorter-than-usual pre-season and said his sides lazy press allowed a new-look Everton to be too comfortable on the ball.
Marko Arnautovic recently admitted to underestimating the Chinese Super League after joining Shanghai SIPG for £23m. Sportsmail have rounded up how European stars got on.
The former Watford man Abdoulaye Doucouré hailed his teams work ethic and the manager despite only training three times before his first match for the club.
DOMINIC KING AT THE TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM A thumping header from Dominic Calvert-Lewin gave Everton a deserved victory against a lacklustre Tottenham side.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship star was taken into police custody on the French holiday island of Corsica last Friday following a complaint from a young woman.
United retain an interest in Sancho but are currently unwilling to meet Borussia Dortmunds £100million asking price for the England winger.
The British-born Thai driver produced a daring move around the outside of Renaults Daniel Ricciardo to claim third place behind Mercedes pair Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas.
The flying winger was named as captain as he started in his familiar right-midfield position for their season opener - but his comeback was short lived as he was taken off after 30 minutes with injury.
The flying winger was named as captain as he started in his familiar right-midfield position for their season opener - but his comeback was short lived as he was taken off after 30 minutes with injury.
TOM COLLOMOSSE Vardy finished top of the charts last term with 23 and scored two penalties in the second half to extend his 100 per cent scoring record at The Hawthorns to five games.
Pogacar took victory and bonus seconds on the line just ahead of fellow Slovenian Roglic, cutting his deficit to 40 seconds as the general classification received another shake up.
MIKE DICKSON This years US Open has been held amid very different circumstances due to the coronavirus pandemic but the US Tennis Association put on what passed as an authentic Grand Slam.
WILL KELLEHER AT THE RICOH ARENA Max Malins scored twice and assisted one of Bristols five tries but Wasps took the second-quickest time ever to score four league tries and then kept going.
While the new Premier League season underway, executives are continuing to work hard behind the scenes to complete summer transfer deals.
Spurs want to sign a left back before the transfer window closes and the Real Madrid defender is emerging as a contender to fill the role. The £25m price tag is one that both clubs are able to meet.
Lewis Hamilton won a chaotic, dangerous, heart-pounding Tuscan Grand Prix after red flags twice halted the drama in Mugello.
The 28-year old Argentine travelled to Villa Park and the clubs Bodymoor Heath training ground on Saturday where he was given a tour and told about the clubs rich history and the role he would play.
Sportsmail reported this week that Nuno had been waiting from the green light from his agent to officially put pen to paper - and he has now signalled his intention to stay at the club for the long term.
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE HAWTHORNS Jamie Vardy made it six goals in five matches for Leicester at West Brom as he struck two penalties to make the perfect start to the new season.
Spurs want to sign a left-back before the transfer window closes and the Real Madrid defender is emerging as a contender to fill the role. The £25m price tag is one that both club are able to meet.
MIKE DICKSON Osaka has shown that she is a person unafraid to back away from standing up for principles that are important to her. These go way beyond the parochial confines of tennis.
Sporting Lisbons showcase pre-season friendly against Napoli has been scrapped due to three players for the home team contracting covid-19. Napoli had already travelled to Lisbon.
Lucas Vazquez is pondering cutting off his long association with Real Madrid, with the Spanish champions receiving an offer for the academy product.
Tottenham Hotspur host Everton in this afternoons Premier League clash as Jose Mourinhos men look to get their campaign off to a winning start. Sportsmail will provide live coverage of the clash.
The safety car was already out as there was big clear-up job to be done after a turn two crash that brought Max Verstappen and Pierre Gaslys race to an end. The Tuscan Grand Prix was then red flagged.
Despite emerging as the star in Amazons hit Tottenham documentary All or Nothing, Jose Mourinho insists he has only seen bits, and reveals there were certain requests he rejected.
The Formula Two star razzed his fathers F2004 around the Italian track in a tribute to the F1 legend as he continues to battle for his life after a horrific skiing accident seven years ago.
Liverpool are the frontrunners, with United also interested, but Hoeness has accused the two English clubs of underhand tactics in order to sign the 29-year-old Spanish international.
Juventus have lost patience with injury-prone winger Douglas Costa, leading Andrea Pirlo to put the Brazilian up for sale amid his Turin clear-out. The Brazilian is reportedly despite to stay.
Lewis Hamilton is looking to put more daylight between himself and his Formula One rivals at the Tuscan Grand Prix on Sunday. Sportsmails Dan Ripley will provide live F1 coverage
INTERVIEW BY PETER CARLINE Osi Umenyiora wants players to find other ways to enact social change, despite many players kneeling this year and following the lead of Colin Kaepernick.
Lacazette - who opened the scoring at Craven Cottage - has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid but the French forward dismissed any suggestions he is unhappy at the Emirates.
Juventus have lost patience with injury-prone winger Douglas Costa, leading Andrea Pirlo to put the Brazilian up for sale amid his Turin clear-out. The Brazilian is reportedly despite to stay.
Newly-promoted West Bromwich Albion kick-off their Premier League campaign against Leicester City as the Foxes look to bounce back from missing out on top four last season.
Donny van de Beek has already whet the appetite of Manchester United fans, who have been left in awe of his skilful foot work during his first outing for the club.
The show which had been going on for 20 years was axed last month as part of the companys mass overhaul this summer. Goals on Sunday looked at the highlights of Saturdays games.
Jose Mourinho walked into the Tottenham job under fire from suspicious fans and with an incomplete squad to work with. Now, with a new season about to start, his job doesnt look any easier.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship star was taken into police custody on the French holiday island of Corsica last Friday following a complaint from a young woman.
Mourinhos philosophy is laid bare in the Amazon Prime documentary All or Nothing, in which cameras went behind the scenes at the north London club last season.
Kylian Mbappe is contracted to PSG until 2022, meaning next summer is the last opportunity for the Parisians to sell their star asset before the risk of losing him as a free agent.
The 29-year-old was limited to just 28 appearances for the Blues last season, with minor injuries keeping him sidelined after featuring in 53 matches during the previous campaign.
Chelsea have shelled out more than £200million overhauling their squad this summer, and every high-profile new recruit has cited Lampards personal touch as pivotal to their signature.
Manchester United lost their only match of pre-season on Saturday against Aston Villa but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was still able to pluck two crucial positives for the outing.
Sue Barker took over as presenter from commentator David Coleman in 1997, while Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell have been team captains for 16 and 12 years respectively.
Mbappe is contracted to PSG until 2022, meaning next summer is the last opportunity for the Parisians to sell their star asset before the risk of losing him as a free agent.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side have hit a roadblock in their pursuit of left-back Reguilon with Real Madrid reportedly insistent on a £27million buy-back clause. The 23-year-old made his debut for Spain.
Manchester United will force creative talisman Paul Pogba to play a deeper role this season in order to accomodate new boy Donny van de Beek, believes club legend Rio Ferdinand.
With just over three weeks remaining in the transfer window were starting to approach crunch time. The top six in English football live and die by their deals, as Sportsmail examines what is still needed.
Reports in Germany claim the 29-year-old has agreed terms with Liverpool and is desperate for a move, but Carragher claims it will not be the end of the world if the Spaniard does not sign.
The beginning of the 2020-21 campaign should give teams an idea of where they still need to strengthen with less than a month to go before the extended transfer window closes on October 5.
The La Liga club beat Gimnastic de Tarragona 3-1 in a pre-season friendly on Saturday and Koeman deployed his favoured 4-2-3-1 formation. Ousmane Dembele scored.
The beginning of the 2020-21 campaign should give teams an idea of where they still need to strengthen with less than a month to go before the extended transfer window closes on October 5.
Old Trafford icon Ryan Giggs made the number famous in the red of United, and this summer the shirt has now been handed down to young teen prodigy Greenwood.
Arsenal are reportedly set to waste no time in addressing their goalkeeping situation and make a £10million bid for Brentfords David Raya, once Emilioano Martinez leaves the club.
Manchester United will force creative talisman Paul Pogba to play a deeper role this season in order to accomodate new boy Donny van de Beek, believes club legend Rio Ferdinand.
Sean Dyche celebrates his eighth anniversary at Turf Moor next month - whereas none of his rivals have even completed five.He knows, however, that this is no longer the norm in English football.
Evertons new glamour signing James Rodriguez has told Carlo Ancelotti he is ready to make his debut at Tottenham today despite playing only once since February.
The star frontman was expected to miss the start of the 2020-21 campaign after going under the knife in late June. But the Argentine will reportedly now be available for selection against Wolves.
Crystal Palace look to have a clear path to sign the winger from Brentford after their major rivals pulled out the race to land him, but his potential arrival leaves the future of Andros Townsend unclear.
The Hammers were in a mild state of disarray even before a ball was kicked this season, having angered fans and players with the controversial sale of Grady Diangana to West Brom.
As reported by The Sun , United are concerned about the financial impact of a second wave of coronavirus and dont want to pay such a significant fee.
The value of the 20 clubs combined shirt sponsorship deals have generated £344.5m this season, down from £353.6m last year.
Mourinhos philosophy is laid bare in the Amazon Prime documentary All or Nothing, in which cameras went behind the scenes at the north London club last season.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp insisted he was satisfied with his sides performance despite conceding three goals in their thrilling season opener against Leeds on Saturday night.
The Anfield talisman netted a scintillating hat-trick in the opening day thriller with Leeds, moving ever closer to the 100-goal milestone, in a stubborn display which may silence his doubters.
Aubameyang is into the last year of his contract, and, despite widespread reports that he is on the verge of committing his future to the club, the forward has yet to put pen to paper on a new deal.
Mason Greenwood has landed himself in more controversy after a video emerged of the Manchester United inhaling nitrous oxide at a party.
Naomi Osaka recovered from losing eight of the opening nine games to beat Victoria Azarenka 1-6, 6-3, 6-3 in the US Open final on Saturday night.
JONATHAN MCEVOY AT MUGNELLO It is early September, he is out of contract in three months, and he has no rival suitors to consider. All of which surely leads us to that something is afoot.
DANNY MURPHY Three points are always welcome - and Mo Salah was in sensational form quite apart from his hat-trick - but this was a big wake-up call for Liverpool.
IAN HERBERT Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City theyve all weighed Jack Harrison up, signed him on and ultimately concluded he wasnt really for them.
All major broadcasters put commentators through an avoiding racial bias training session, with phrases including cakewalk, nitty gritty, sold down the river and uppity prohibited.
The romantic view holds that new dad Rory McIlroy will ride the wave of parental bliss and end his six-year drought in the majors by winning the 120th US Open at mighty Winged Foot this week.
As revealed by the Mail on Sunday last week, the online retail giant is ready to dip their toe into the sport after agreeing a multi-million-pound deal to broadcast the Autumn Nations Cup.
EXCLUSIVE BY NIK SIMON Burrell has endured an ill-fated year in rugby league. He told his bosses last month that he wanted to leave and has since been caught in contract negotiations.
EXCLUSIVE BY NIK SIMON While his former Premiership team-mates are playing more games than ever before, Freddie Burns is enjoying a quieter life on the pitch with Combe Down RFC.
OLIVER HOLT - MAIL ON SUNDAY CHIEF SPORTS WRITER In All or Nothing, any thought that Tottenham would be competing for big trophies were over by the end of episode one.
PETE JENSON IN MADRID If Carlo Ancelotti makes James Rodriguez the focal point of his Everton team this season it will be just like old times for the 29-year-old Colombian.
The Champions Cup is Saracens last hope of silverware before they are relegated, having been found guilty of breaching the salary cap.
Its hard to believe that Kieran Gibbs is approaching his 31st birthday. Once touted as the next Ashley Cole, he was one of Arsene Wengers exciting prospects at Arsenal.
EXCLUSIVE Eddie Jordan is sitting on the balcony of his apartment near the Camps Bay suburb of Cape Town. It is early January and early evening and the sun is setting.
ROB DRAPER One industry source familiar with the talks between Government and clubs said they were now pessimistic that fans will be back in October, as previously planned.
EXCLUSIVE The company, which also own French football club Nice and are funding Ben Ainslies Americas Cup yachting challenge, have agreed to buy a 70 per cent share in the team.
ROB DRAPER Jurgen Klopp was interested. Pep Guardiola called. Bayern Munich took a serious look. But it was the old Frank Lampard-Petr Cech routine which finally won over Timo Werner.
Dominic Thiem knows the man to go to should he fail in his latest attempt to become a Grand Slam champion in tonights US Open final at Flushing Meadows.
The 22-year-old Brazilian - full name Gabriel dos Santos Magalhaes - had not played for six months before making his Premier League debut. But there were no signs of rust with him scoring a goal.
CHRIS WHEELER The Premier League is back, the Football League is back, Soccer Saturday is back, Im back, Merse is back, but not everyone is back, announced Jeff Stelling ominously.
JOE BERNSTEIN Wilson showed the cutting edge of a £20million striker when he reacted quicker than goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski to stab home a close-range finish, while Hendrick nettted late on.
On three occasions Leeds had recovered to draw level and they looked like taking a deserved point with only two minutes remaining when substitute Rodrigo dangled a leg and tripped Fabinho.
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has tested positive for Covid-19, meaning the team could be without their manager when they start the La Liga campaign in two weeks time.
Arnaut Danjuma finally killed off battling Rovers six minutes from time with a superb strike at the Vitality Stadium in new manager Jason Tindalls first game in charge of the Cherries.
COVID-19 prevented crowds at Doncaster and the pandemic also played a part in the result of the final Classic of the season with late substitute jockey Tom Marquand stepping in on winner Galileo Chrome.
Souness believes that Leeds proved to Liverpool how difficult a task they will face this season, with teams set to up their game when they face them.
Mohamed Salah paid tribute to his seriously ill Egypt team-mate Moamen Zakaria after scoring a hat-trick in Liverpools 4-3 victory over Leeds.
The return of the Premier League on Saturday saw both sides share a seven-goal thriller at Anfield - although Trent Alexander-Arnolds bizarre intervention almost added to the tally.
OLIVER HOLT AT ANFIELD At Anfield on Saturday, we were privileged to see one of the best first day games of any English football season. There was no caution. It was all thrown to the wind.
West Ham welcome Newcastle United in the Premier League to wrap up the opening day action in the top flight. Follow all the action here with DAN RIPLEY as it happens.
Villa, who have had an offer accepted for Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, also had earlier been rebuffed in a £15.7m bid for Traore but have returned with an improved offer.
The 17-year-old was left curled up in a ball with his head in his hands following a very embarrassing blunder as his side looked sure to claim the opening goal of the match.
The Tour de France was heading behind closed doors as Covid-19 infection rates rose across France, after local officials stepped in to ban fans from the key climbs on Sundays mountain stage.
The usually-reliable 29-year-old was punished for a loose touch on the edge of the hosts penalty area, and Leeds ace Patrick Bamford capitalised ruthlessly to score the equaliser at Anfield.
The clubs have been negotiating a fee, with United pushing for around £20million for the 30-year-old centre-back who played in Rome last year. Smalling has made up his mind to leave Old Trafford.
The brilliant Argentine only returned to pre-season training on Monday this week after his very public fall-out with the club but Ronald Koeman has placed him in his team from the start.
The 20-year-old is due to sign a new contract at Stamford Bridge before being allowed out on loan with a number of clubs pushing for his signature. West Brom and Aston Villa are interested in a loan.
After the video assistant referee advised the on-field referee to consult the pitchside monitor - a move which was discouraged last season - Moss decided to downgrade his decision to a yellow card.
The 32-year-old left Anfield as a Premier League champion, having collected a Champions League winners medal under Jurgen Klopp the previous season.
RICHARD GIBSON AT JOHN SMITHS STADIUM It was only their second goal in 1,000 minutes of league football, and was handed to them on a plate, but Norwich could not have cared less.
Steven Gerrard saw his Rangers side break a 114-year shut-out record as they brushed aside Dundee United to stay top of the Scottish Premiership.
Slaven Bilic is prepared to let Kenneth Zohore go on loan at Sheffield Wednesday he failed to impress at the Hawthorns. The striker will hold talks over a loan deal on Monday.
ROSS COUNTY 0-5 CELTIC Shane Duffy scored on his Celtic debut as Neil Lennons side thrashed Ross County 5-0. Odsonne Edouard opened the scoring with a penalty.
Rangers continued their strong start to the Scottish Premiership season with a 4-0 win over Dundee United. Ryan Kent, James Tavernier, Kemar Roofe and Scott Arfield were on target.
Sportsmails KIERAN JACKSON will provide live coverage of Crystal Palace vs Southampton including live score, lineups and build-up as the new Premier League season starts today.
Mikel Arteta had made it clear to Martinez that, despite recent performances, Bernd Leno would be his number one choice and was not keen to rotate goalkeepers in cup competitions.
Last seasons Premier League champions Liverpool get their title defence underway at Anfield against newly-promoted Leeds United. Follow all the live action here.
Jeremie Bela scored the 37th minute goal that gave Birmingham City their first win since February - and three points for new head coach Aitor Karanka since his appointment in the summer.
Real Madrid have made a public showing of Eden Hazard working out in the club gym, following recent accusations that he has once again turned up overweight for pre-season training.
After a few nervy moments in the opening few minutes, the 22-year-old gained composure and confidence and Scott Parkers side found it tough to get past the young Brazilian.
The club announced released a statement on their club website confirming the move and said that Morgan has joined the club for the upcoming 2020-21 season from Orlando Pride.
Former Chelsea coach Gianfranco Zola says he was sorry to see Maurizio Sarri lose his job but has commended Juventus for the courageous appointment of Andrea Pirlo.
Lionel Messi is poised to make his much anticipated return for Barcelona on Saturday night as they play Gimnastic de Tarragona in a pre-season friendly.
Afkari, a 27-year-old Greco-Roman wrestler, was convicted of killing Hassan Turkman. The case sparked international outcry, including from Donald Trump and Dana White to spare him.
KIERAN GILL AT ADAMS PARK Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth was left deflated when Rotherhams Michael Ihiekwe headed home the winner right at the death.
SAMI MOKBEL Welcome back to the Premier League, Fulham. Thumped 3-0 to Arsenal, the newly-promoted side were dealt a ruthless reminder of exactly why he all went wrong last time.
Arsenals new signing Willian contributed three assists within the first 57 minutes of his debut for the Gunners. Fans were quick to take to social media to praise the Brazilian forward.
Mikel Artetas side will be hopeful of a positive start to their campaign after finishing the last one so strongly and winning the FA Cup, and will now be hoping for a return to the Champions League.
Sam Billings has promised England will come out firing in the second one-day international against Australia as they look to protect an unbeaten record stretching back to January 2017 in India.
Itll be 12 years to the day this Sunday since a 16-year-old Jack Wilshere made his Arsenal debut with the world at his feet. It hasnt quite gone according to plan since that day.
Palace lost seven games in a row during the restart before stopping the rot by drawing 1-1 with Tottenham in the finale, and the veteran manager will be confident that the only way is up.
Burnley are making an £8million move for Mainz attacking midfielder Robin Quaison. The 26-year-old Sweden international can also play as a second striker or on the wing.
The Premier League has finally returned and, with it, the meeting of two titans is served. It has been nearly 17 years since Liverpool last hosted Leeds in the top flight. Sportsmail peers back through the archive.
For Crystal Palace, re-signing Michy Batshuayi is simply a no-brainer. A player who excelled on loan in his first spell two seasons ago, scoring six goals in 13 appearances at Selhurst Park.
Despite the chaotic period, the 33-year-old will keep the armband under new manager Ronald Koeman this season, with Sergio Busquets, Gerard Pique and Sergi Roberto his deputies.
The one-year arrangement with Englands men follows talks between the RFU and the Rugby Players Association as a result of the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Tuscan Grand Prix qualifying gets underway today as Mercedes team-mates Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas look for 1-2 grid start on Mugello Circuit. Follow all the updates right here.
Mercedes will use larger gaps in the 2020 Formula 1 calendar to advance contract talks with Lewis Hamilton. Mercedes say the pair are moving towards a satisfactory outcome.
The 19-year-old left MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps in January 2019 and joined the German giants in a move that has since made him one of the worlds most exciting talents.
During a small-sided game, Ceballos appeared to become frustrated and put in a heavy challenge on the young striker. The two appeared to have some words and then square up to each other.
The Anfield clubs scouts have reportedly been monitoring the 17-year-old Fluminense stopper for several months and have made a breakthrough in negotiations.
Luis Suarez and Arturo Vidal may have played their final game in a Barcelona shirt as manager Ronald Koeman has left them out of the squad for pre-season game against Nastic.
Jeff Stelling could only make a light-hearted joke after long-serving regulars Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson were sacked in a bid to revamp the weekend programme.
Arteta stated himself in July that Ozil had been left out for pure football reasons, and while romantics would love to see him reintroduced, the club are heading in a totally different direction.
Jordan Houghton became one of MK Dons key men in the centre of midfield last season, becoming the lynchpin between the defence and midfield. The midfield maestro has shared all with Sportsmail.
Danny Batths finished off an impressive campaign last season by being nomination for Championship player of the month for July.
Leeds are preparing for their first Premier League campaign since they were relegated 16 years ago. Their start couldnt get any tougher, facing champions Liverpool on Saturday night.
On the eve of the Premier Leagues return, Klopp has revealed what really happened when he messaged Sir Alex Ferguson at 4am, and how himself and the legendary ex-boss came into contact.
Mikel Artetas side will be hopeful of a positive start to their campaign after finishing the last one so strongly and winning the FA Cup, and will now be hoping for a return to the Champions League.
Bookmakers Paddy Power have signed the trio - plus Alan Curbishley - up for their own rival scores show - called Pundits - but things dont exactly go to plan.
Gattusos defiant comments come after Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis admitted the centre-back and team-mate Arkadisuz Milik could well leave the club this summer.
When it comes to English football, the Premier League is the place to be. But of those who make it into the top division, only 55 per cent survive. Sportsmail look at this years newcomers.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DANIEL DAVIS The sight of Dimitar Berbatov sauntering across the Old Trafford turf will live long in the memory of every Manchester United fan.
Antonio Conte previously managed Marcos Alonso during his two-year spell in charge at Chelsea. The Spaniard was a regular as the pair won both the Premier League and the FA Cup.
Neymar has decided to end his £78.6million partnership with Nike after 15 years. The striker has confirmed the news that he has joined Puma and will wear Pumas legendary Puma King football boots.
Maguire, 27, was handed a suspended prison sentence of 21 months and 10 days following an altercation outside a nightclub on the island of Mykonos last month.
According to Russian outlet TASS, the 32-year-old super middleweight felt disorientated and was given immediate medical assistance by doctors minutes after his fight had ended in defeat.
Barcelona are interested in signing Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde after he helped his team qualify for the Champions League. However, given his release clause of £70million Sevilla are reluctant to sell.
The Gunners new hierarchical front-line of chief executive Vinai Venkatesham, techincal director Edu and manager Mikel Arteta have already made their Champions League ambition clear.
Despite his talisman status, the 27-year-old Ivory Coast international scored just four Premier League goals last season, his worst return for Crystal Palace for four years.
New Everton signing Allan said speaking with Richarlison convinced him to sign a three-year deal worth £21m with Everton. Allan could feature for the first time this weekend against Spurs.
Lionel Messis dad Jorge was heavily involved after Messi dropped a bombshell that he intended to quit the Nou Camp. However the pair could not negotiate a move away from the club.
Uniteds No 1 summer transfer target has been England and Borussia Dortmund star Sancho but Crouch believes his former Tottenham team-mate Bale might not be a bad alternative.
Henderson has returned from an excellent season on loan at Sheffield United at a time when De Geas position looks vulnerable after a succession of high-profile errors.
The 18-year-old burst onto the scene last season at Old Trafford, scoring 19 goals during his first campaign with Ole Gunnar Solskjaers senior squad.
The Tottenham boss delighted supporters of all clubs with a recent tirade in Amazons fly-on-the-wall All or Nothing Documentary, in which he urged his group of players to be bs.
The experienced defender, who recently turns 35 and has turned out for the likes of Burnley and Wolves, penned a contract at the club that will see him stay in Suffolk until the summer of 2021.
Alexander Zverev came back from the brink of another Grand Slam failure on Friday night as he outlasted Pablo Carreno Busta in five sets at Flushing Meadows.
Mourinho is eager to bring in an extra forward before the closure of the transfer window, but some players, such as Red Bull Salzburgs Patson Daka, have turned down the chance to join Tottenham.
It was widely reported on Friday that the 31-year-old, who has been playing for Orlando Pride, was poised to move to Spurs in a deal running to the end of December.
The 28-year-old Senegal international will become Chelseas eighth signing of the summer once details are finalised and will provide competition for Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero.
Lacazette has been impressed by the work that Arteta has done since being appointed as Arsenal boss in December last year.
According to Marca, a member at the club, who is not a player or on the coaching staff, returned the positive result after a mandatory round of checks was held at the team hotel on Thursday.
Its the kind of news that cuts across sporting boundaries. A bulletin guaranteed to provoke sadness and sympathy far beyond the buttoned-down world of members lounges and captains fourballs.
After 10 years of rebuilding on Merseyside, the club have broken a 30-year curse after winning the Premier League title. But can Jurgen Klopps side stay on their perch?
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN The feeling in the club is that his ankle problems mean he should be taking even more care of himself and putting his trust in Real Madrids fitness coach Gregory Dupont.
Martinez has been pulled from Arsenals squad to face Fulham with Bernd Leno to start. Arsenal want £20million for the Argentine and it is understood he is still owed a seven figure bonus.
The former Wimbledon champion, who was courtside when he was disqualified for hitting a female line judge with a ball, believes there should have been more leniency shown.
With a new campaign on the verge of getting under way, the majority of eyes fall upon the big six and their talent-laden squads. Sportsmail, however, take a closer look at those at the smaller clubs.
West Bromwich Albion expect to finalise the signing of former Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic on Monday after the 36-year-old underwent a medical.
Leicester have bid around £22m for the 19-year-old centre-back who is the number one target for their defence. Fofana has urged his club to accept Leicesters offer.
The 28-year-old Senegal international will become Chelseas eighth signing of the summer once details are finalised and will provide competition for Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero.
AHEAD OF THE GAME - MATT HUGHES Top-flight clubs had been reluctant to televise every match, and 11 of this months games were initially left off the schedules.
In a strongly-worded statement, the Premier League condemned the Governments strict limit on numbers as insufficient to properly test fans safety.
Mikel Arteta admits his own experience does not provide the finest example but expects Willian to make a long-term contribution at Arsenal following his summer move from Chelsea.
Since the end of the campaign, the Foxes have made only one senior signing, with full-back Timothy Castagne arriving from Atalanta in a £22million deal.
Its Hot or Not time again as Sportsmails Riath Al-Samarrai reveals whats been making him feel warm and whats been leaving him cold this week.
The end of the Premiership campaign is approaching but with just three games to play it is still uncertain who will be joining dominant Exeter in the play-offs.
Newcastle United season-ticket holder Adam Widdrington, 35, does not believe the time is right for supporters to return to matches, but he has spoken to Sportsmail about his feeling of loss.
This weekend marks the Scuderias 1,000th race, a figure no other team can boast. And the bunting is coming out in Florences Piazza della Signoria. But there are big problems at Maranello.
The 46-year-old is expected to sign a three-year contract with a significant pay rise from his current £3million deal. He dropped a strong hint he will stay at the club for the long term.
The 28-year-olds deal expires at the end of the season and Sportsmail understands the midfielder and the clubs owners have explored the possibility of ending it now.
MARTIN KEOWN Arsenal won the FA Cup but could have been out of that competition by half-time in the third round when Leeds visited the Emirates. The tie showed what Leeds are about.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Manu Tuilagi admits he felt disappointment at the way his Leicester spell ended but that now he is focused on leading Sale to Premiership success.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY IAN LADYMAN The bad news for Manchester Citys Premier League rivals is that Kevin de Bruyne is planning to stick around a while.
The addition of James Rodriguez, plus the arrivals of Brazil midfielder Allan and Abdoulaye Doucoure, did not come cheap but they were Carlo Ancelottis prime targets for the window.
Bordeauxs encouraging start to the season continued as did their winless league run against Lyon as they battled to a 0-0 draw at home on Friday.
Liverpool have not lost a Premier League home game since April 2017 but Marcelo Bielsa is determined to blow that record to smithereens.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Saturdays meetings at Salisbury, Doncaster, Chester and Lingfield.
ADAM SHERGOLD AT VICARAGE ROAD Watford beat Middlesbrough 1-0 in the opening game of the Championship season, with Craig Cathcart scoring.
PAUL NEWMAN AT EMIRATES OLD TRAFFORD England got their World Cup winning band back together on Friday night but could not summon up the rhythm of that tumultuous Lords day.
PETE JENSON It didnt take long for Ronald Koeman to get his new nickname. Sergeant has already appeared in the Spanish sports media and some in the Barcelona dressing room are using it.
Serpentine pulled off a 25-1 shock at Epsom when he made all under jockey Emmet McNamara and never looked like being pegged back when rounding Tattenham Corner 12 lengths clear.
The Red Devils have reportedly fended off interest from Europes elite to sign the 16-year-old attacker, who is set to sign a five-year contract at Old Trafford.
Primoz Roglic stamped his authority on the Tour de France as defending champion Egan Bernal slipped back on a punishing stage 13 to the summit on Puy Mary.
The last thing Doughty is searching for is sympathy. Its true, the League Two title winning celebrations were a bit strange for Swindon in lockdown, but there are bigger things going on in the world.
Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo is looking to bolster his attacking options, with Gonzalo Higuain having been allowed to depart. It was reported that Giroud was a target for the Serie A side.
MICAH RICHARDS FIRST SPORTSMAIL COLUMN If Liverpool win the title this season by clear daylight once again, we will be talking about the greatest team in Premier League history.
TOM COLLOMOSSE Rashica, 24, is a wide attacker - a priority for boss Dean Smith - and is likely to leave the Bundesliga club during this window, having asked for a move last month.
Florenzi joins for a loan fee of £1million, with PSG having the option to make the deal permanent for around £9million. The Italy international will wear the No 24 shirt.
Mourinho demanded to know who devised the plan - which he branded not human - and threatened to send his youth team out in the Carabao Cup.
Some of the best Flat horses in Europe line up in some glittering prizes this weekend but there is little doubt that the most popular winner will be Pyledriver if he can land the St Leger at Doncaster..
The LaLiga giants are willing to offload Nelson Semedo, their only specialist at right back, this summer and have turned their attentions to Bellerin as a potential replacement.
Edinson Cavani may have been released from Paris Saint-Germain this summer but it looks like he has still found a way to keep on his toes as he looks for a new club.
Although his first season at the Nou Camp didnt go entirely to plan, Griezmann is set to play a prominent part for Barcelona this time around under new manager Ronald Koeman.
The Athletic have claimed that Bush is not expected to leave imminently, but top flight clubs have been informed and the process of sourcing his replacement is already underway.
CRAIG HOPE This week, for once, all was well on Tyneside. Yet Mike Ashleys arrival quickly put things back in perspective. Solid signings may have saved a torrid summer, but its time to perform.
Higuain has arrived in United States, with Juventus having terminated his contract a year early to allow him to secure the move.
The veteran midfielder is available on a free transfer after leaving Qingdao Huanghai and is targeting another challenge following his impressive exploits in the Premier League and LaLiga.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Such was the 54-year-olds wish to witness the celebrations in West Yorkshire, he attended virtually via a WhatsApp video call with his Leeds-based friend.
Appleton has clocked up nearly 300 games in management and experienced more than many of his peers ever will, yet little could prepare him for the phone calls he had to make this summer.
Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to pay half of Gareth Bales transfer fee in order to get him off the clubs wage bill, while Manchester United remain confident of signing Jadon Sancho from Dortmund.
Serena Williams had to wait nearly eight months for another Grand Slam opportunity, and now two of them have come along at once. Yet you suspect that she has already missed her biggest
With anticipation bubbling and this feeling like it could be one of the most competitive top-flight seasons ever, Sportsmail turn the magnifying glass on each team and predict how they are likely to fare.
With anticipation bubbling and this feeling like it could be one of the most competitive top-flight seasons ever, Sportsmail turn the magnifying glass on each team and predict how they are likely to fare.
Neymar contracted COVID-19 after an end-of-season holiday in Ibiza following the Champions League final, with team-mates Angel Di Maria and Leandro Paredes also testing positive.
Since his arrival, the club have lost five of their key players and not spent any money so far as they dealt with the financial hardships enforced on them by the coronavirus pandemic.
Sky Sports recently sacked regulars Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson and have a new revamped line-up. Regular host Stelling will still be joined by Paul Merson.
Jose Mourinho made it clear that Danny Rose is behind Ben Davies and Ryan Sessegnon in the battle to be the Spurs left-back and knows he is someone who wants to play every week.
EXCLUSIVE The cash injection will enable the £50m redevelopment of the Compton and Edrich Stands at Lords to continue as planned without external investment.
Arteta has added to his squad with the free transfer of Willian and the £27m acquisition of Gabriel Magalhaes - and the Gunners coach said the club are still active in the market.
Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho is confident he will sign a striker in the transfer window. The Portuguese manager says the new attacking threat will balance out the squad.
With the Premier League set to begin again, the race for the Golden Boot restarts. Jamie Vardy will be looking to defend his title, while Timo Werner will be looking to assert his authority in England.
Koeman will now be able to count on Messi for the upcoming season as he looks to lead the club into a new era following a turbulent season that saw two sackings and an 8-2 loss to Bayern Munich.
The Gunners are determined to sign the 22-year-old France youth international this summer, but do not have the resources to fund a deal worth 60 million euros.
Real Madrid are planning a mass assault on the transfer market next summer, with the club in firm belief they can finally land Kylian Mbappe along with several top rising stars of European football.
Premier League has confirmed it will cancel test events for supporters inside stadiums, and they have expressed their concern at the governments decision to restrict return of fans
The head coach had dinner with Ashley and his players on Wednesday night, during which the owner released a statement accusing the Premier League of not acting appropriately.
Former Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes believes that Thomas Muller, who has made 525 appearances for the club, has right character and playing style to succeed at the top level.
The champions, who start the season against Leeds on Saturday, will face renewed pressure from Chelsea, who have invested heavily in the market, while Manchester City are always a threat.
Following a skiing accident on the French Alps in December 2013, Schumachers condition has been kept a closely guarded secret from those outside his Lake Geneva home.
On the eve of the new Premier League season, Klopp has once again been asked about the chances of Thiago arriving at Anfield, and whether he could personally put an end to the speculation.
Freddie Kanoute works as the 21-year-olds agent and the former Spurs striker has told his former club that Patson Daka would like to stay in Austria.
The 28-year-old was pictured leaving a meeting with the Rennes club chiefs and then did not take part in a training session with the rest of the squad.
The world number one and favourite for the mens singles title was kicked out of the tournament on Sunday after accidentally hitting line-judge Laura Clark with a ball in a moment of anger.
The match at Dagenhams Chigwell Construction Stadium on Saturday evening is earmarked as a pilot event for the return of fans with up to 1,000 in attendance.
As Sportsmail exclusively revealed on Sunday, the internet giant has made its first foray into live rugby and will show all games aside from Irelands pool matches against Wales and Georgia.
The broadcasting giant has in recent weeks been revamping ahead of footballs return, by clearing out some household names in order to take a refreshed approach this season.
The 20-year-old Borussia Dortmund star has previously been benched for arriving late for training, as was the case last November when he was considerably late for a team meeting.
The 28-year-old has 10 months left to run on his current deal and the club are looking to cut that short as they plan to funnel any spare funds into transfers.
Marcelo Bielsa was out of contract this summer but has now committed his future to the club ahead of the newly-promoted sides first season back in the Premier League for 16 years.
Most players often make light of a questionable FIFA rating and poke fun at those around them... but not Romelu Lukaku. After a fine season in Italy saw his rating somehow reduced, he is fuming.
The world number one and favourite for the mens singles title was kicked out of the tournament on Sunday after accidentally hitting line-judge Laura Clark with a ball in a moment of anger.
The 27-year-old midfielder tested positive for covid-19 last month but reported back to Uniteds Carrington training ground ahead of their friendly against Aston Villa on Saturday.
The Catalan giants are looking to add at least three names to their squad this summer, but the club acknowledge they must first address their enormous wage bill.
PETER CROUCH The Premier League returns this weekend, as Liverpool begin the defence of their crown following a stunning runaway success last term. Here is our club-by-club guide.
After an off-season that lasted all of 38 days, the new Sky Bet Championship campaign gets underway on Friday night and it promises to be one of the most bonkers seasons yet.
The Serie A champions had turned their attention to the Chelsea forward after struggling to reach an agreement for Barcelonas Luis Suarez and Romas Edin Dzeko,
The former two-weight UFC champion is currently in Monaco but he was interrupted as he posted to social media that he received an unexpected arrival from USADA onboard his super yacht.
Before the coronavirus pandemic, the rematch had been scheduled for mid-July but now, Arum is confident of the fight being held before the year is out at the brand new Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
To help you decide who to pick for your Premier League Fantasy Football team for this weeks round of fixtures, Sportsmail have given an insight into who you should pick ahead of the season.
The champions host newly-promoted Leeds United in their first game of the new season on Saturday and are eyeing back-to-back league titles after winning their first in 30 years in 2019/20.
The champions host newly-promoted Leeds United in their first game of the new season on Saturday and are eyeing back-to-back league titles after winning their first in 30 years in 2019/20.
PETER CROUCH The Premier League returns this weekend, as Liverpool begin the defence of their crown following a stunning runaway success last term. Here is our club-by-club guide.
Jurgen Klopp will come up against last seasons Championship winner on Saturday, and wishes to compare notes with Bielsa providing his rather limited Spanish skills allow him to do so.
The Barcelona forward was given his marching orders controversially last year in June in a Copa America third-place play-off against Chile and was handed a one-game ban.
Camavinga has earned plaudits with his performances at the age of just 17. He also became the youngest French international in over 100 years after making his debut last week.
Hazard didnt play a single minute for Belgium in their UEFA Nations League matches against Denmark and Iceland, with manager Roberto Martinez admitting he wasnt fit enough to feature.
Hazard didnt play a single minute for Belgium in their UEFA Nations League matches against Denmark and Iceland, with manager Roberto Martinez admitting he wasnt fit enough to feature.
Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to pay half of Gareth Bales transfer fee in order to get him off the clubs wage bill, while Manchester United remain confident of signing Jadon Sancho from Dortmund.
The pair won the Champions League with Lyon in August and are hoping their experiences in France will allow them to repeat that achievement with Gareth Taylors side this season.
The 19-year old centre back is Brendan Rodgers prime target to strengthen his defence, as reported by Sportsmail , and Leicester are understood to have made an offer of around £26million.
When asked about a move for Guendouzi in the wake of PSGs 1-0 loss at newly-promoted Lens on Thursday night, Tuchel said No, that will not happen.
Upon his return to Carrington, Greenwood was told he must train away from the rest of the United squad for the next few days because of the coronavirus risk.
The Italians champions agreed to release Gonzalo Higuain on Thursday but are struggling to reach agreement with Luis Suarez of Barcelona or their alternative Edin Dzeko of Roma.
The 32-year-old striker is believed to be on his way to America after his agent agreed personal terms on a two-year deal with the MLS side.
The 21-year-old was given a high overall rating of 87 - two more than last year - which places him in the top 50 of all players on the game but the full-back was sure to question his harsh rating for shooting.
According to The Independent, Villa are set to make an improvement on their initial offer of £15million for Martinez, who wanted guarantees that he would play regularly this season.
The manager will next month mark his eighth anniversary at Turf Moor and is universally adored by a grateful townsfolk. But he also has admirers beyond east Lancashire.
As reported by The Sun , the 75-year-old is recovering following the accident. Motson lives with his wife Anne, who he has been married to for 43 years.
Boss Slaven Bilic is desperate to strengthen his squad after completing the permanent signing of last seasons loan star Grady Diangana from West Ham.
When analysing the success of All or Nothing we must also ask ourselves what did it tell us that we didnt know already? The answer to that is probably not a huge amount.
For the first six episodes of the series, we see team talk after team talk of Jose Mourinho trying to make his Tottenham team nastier, with little results. In the final three episodes, he finally gets his wish.
Amazons series on Tottenhams 2019-20 season reveals never-before-seen footage of Eric Dier in the aftermath of his incredible spat with a Spurs fan after their FA Cup defeat by Norwich.
Spurs led 2-1 at half-time but goals from Diogo Jota and Raul Jimenez consigned them to defeat, and the documentary captures a stroppy Dele Alli after the game throwing his boots down.
The Portuguese boss has only one year left on his current deal and was considered by Arsenal last season before the appointment of Mikel Arteta.
Rule 50 of the Olympic charter states that no kind of demonstration or political, religious or racial propaganda is permitted in any Olympic sites, venues or other areas.
Arsenal chief Vinai Venkatesham has dismissed concerns about the clubs links with Kia Joorabchian, insisting it would be a crazy strategy to let an agent influence their transfer policy.
The Portuguese boss has only one year left on his current deal and was considered by Arsenal last season before the appointment of Mikel Arteta.
A number of long-serving Arsenal scouts at senior and youth level and at home and abroad have departed the club in an overhaul of the department.
Chelsea have led the way with a spending spree of over £200million, while others have focused on specific areas that needed strengthening. We select our top 10 - in no particular order.
Ozil was a regular under Arteta pre-lockdown but failed to play a single minute for Arsenal after the restart as he was frozen out and Edu says he must raise his level to force his way back in.
Hirschi, making his debut Tour at the age of 22, had twice been on the podium in the opening week of the race after seeing attacking efforts fall short, but delivered for Team Sunweb on stage 12.
IAN LADYMAN The Premier League needs some real competition as the new season kicks off. Liverpool were streets ahead as they won the title and nobody else came close to them.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT BARLOW One of the few treats of post-lockdown football was to see Wycombe clinch promotion at Wembley and Akinfenwas jubilant post-match interviews.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES Under the terms of the parachute payment system introduced in 2006, Fulhams second-year payment of £34million automatically defaulted back to Premier League.
Thiem has already made three major finals, two in Paris and one in Melbourne - earlier this year - but he is seeking his first in New York at the US Open.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL England international Ainsley Maitland-Niles will prioritise regular first-team football as he agonises over his future at boyhood club Arsenal.
SPECIAL REPORT BY IAN HERBERT Marcelo Bielsas arrival in the Premier League with Leeds United this weekend provides the seasons most compelling new dimension.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN Chelsea have triggered a row with several Womens Super League rivals following the world record arrival of Pernille Harder.
The four-time world champions move from Ferrari was confirmed on Thursday, with Sergio Perez making way for him to partner Lawrence Strolls son Lance at Aston Martin in 2021.
Richards found himself being blamed by some bigots for the removal of three Soccer Saturday pundits when he was never even going to appear on the show.
Aubameyang, 31, is poised to commit his future to the club after finalising an improved contract that runs until 2023. The Gabon striker will receive a hike in his basic wage.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES Sportsmail understands that the American has entered into a period of exclusive negotiations with Southampton.
Evertons flurry of transfer activity over the past week has included arguably the biggest signing they have ever made with Rodriguez, who won the Golden Boot in Brazil six years ago, arriving from Real Madrid.
JONATHAN McEVOY In two stints, amounting to 29 years, Montezemolo led Ferrari to 19 world titles, and many near misses, to cement their standing as the most successful name in Formula One history.
EXCLUSIVE BY WILL KELLEHER AND MATT BARLOW Wales have ruled out using the Principality Stadium, as it is still acting as a hospital, but will play at a regional ground if fans are banned.
Leeds spotted Kalvin Phillips by accident. A very happy accident indeed while he was playing as a ringer for Wortley Juniors, who had suffered drop-outs for a youth tournament.
Frankie Dettori reckons the Pertemps St Leger mount on Aidan OBrien-trained Irish Derby winner Santiago on Saturday is a great ride to get in an open race.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Fridays meetings at Salisbury, Doncaster, Chester and Sandown.
Ahead of the new season starting this weekend, Sportsmails experts MICAH RICHARDS, MARTIN KEOWN and CHRIS SUTTON have their say on everything Premier League.
OBITUARY BY JEFF POWELL Alan Minter has lost on cuts for the last time. There is no coming back from the cancer which got the better of him on Thursday.
The 28-year-old has ten months left to run on his contract and the club are looking to cut that short as they look to funnel any spare funds into transfers.
Neymar, Kylian Mbappe, Keylor Navas, Mauro Icardi, Angel Di Maria, Leandro Paredes and Marquinho were all ruled out after positive Covid-19 tests.
Arteta was named head coach when appointed in December but Arsenal chiefs have elevated the Spaniard after steering them through the toughest nine-month period this club has had.
Antonio Conte has been eyeing up a move to reunite with Kante, who he brought to Stamford Bridge after he inspired Leicester to the Premier League title four years ago.
Messi and Ronaldo have shared the accolade of being worlds best players for many years but many felt Lewandowski outperformed the pair, scoring 55 goals on his way to securing the treble.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY IAN LADYMAN The former Liverpool midfielder is back on the south coast as a senior pro following his free transfer from Anfield this summer and is ready to play.
Football clubs are bracing themselves for another crushing financial blow as the Government prepare to open their long-awaited review into betting.
Holding says cricket forgot about the issues highlighted in the wake of George Floyds death at the hands of a police officer in Minnesota as soon as West Indies went home.
The Merseyside club announced new images for their planned new home last month including a new stepped plaza facing the river for supporters to enjoy before and after matches.
Villa already have Chukwuemekas highly-rated brother, England under-17 midfielder Carney, on their books, and are keen to reunite the pair.
To help you decide who to pick for your Premier League Fantasy Football team for this weeks round of fixtures, Sportsmail have given an insight into who you should pick ahead of the season.
Havertz has worn the No 29 in each season of his senior career since making the breakthrough at Bayer Leverkusen in the 2016-17 campaign.
The 2020 NFL season begins overnight as Superbowl holders the Kansas City Chiefs host the Houston Texans. Sportsmail previews the big talking points heading into the campaign.
In July the government indicated fans may be able to return to stadiums from October but that is now under review after a rise in infections.
The match will kick off at 3pm on Saturday September 26, with every Premier League game in September to be broadcast as fans are still not permitted to attend matches.
Premier League clubs shirts will not carry the Black Lives Matter slogan in the coming season and will instead promote the leagues No Room for Racism campaign.
Premier League clubs, including Tottenham and Arsenal, have charted his progress since he moved to Spain in 2017, but have always been deterred by a buy-out clause set at more than £36m.
Nuno Espirito Santo is in the hunt for a right-sided player following the £15million sale of Doherty yet it is likely that Traore will step in at Bramall Lane on Monday unless they sign someone before then.
The England captain leads his side into their one-day series against Australia at Emirates Old Trafford on Friday banking on conditions that will promote pragmatism rather than pyrotechnics.
The Blues have been the Premier Leagues big spenders during this transfer window, splashing out over £200m to bring in Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner, Ben Chilwell and Kai Havertz.
Minter was a former world middleweight champion after winning the WBA, WBC and Ring Magazine titles from Vito Antuofermo in March 1980.
Peter Shilton, who represented England in three World Cups, says footballers should realise the impact of social media and understand their responsibilities accordingly.
Messi, who was linked with a move to Manchester City in recent weeks before deciding to stay with Barcelona, is given a rating of 93 by EA Sports for the latest instalment of their massively-popular series.
Newcastle released a statement on Wednesday accusing Premier League chief executive Richard Masters and the Premier League of having acted inappropriately after the deal collapsed in July.
The Premier League is ramping up measures against streaming services ahead of the coming season, in a bid to completely block out all illegal online viewing of top flight matches.
The Red Devils striker was sent home along with City midfielder Phil Foden after the pair broke coronavirus protocols by inviting two girls to the team hotel.And now Greenwood has been spotted.
League Two football club Cambridge have confirmed that no spectators would now be able to attend their match against Carlisle on Saturday due to the shift in government guidelines regarding coronavirus.
The Blues have splashed out more than £200m on new recruits in this transfer window, outlining serious ambitions for the title, but Lampard said three of them would have to wait for their debut.
The Spaniard is reportedly desperate to seal a move to Jurgen Klopps Liverpool and BILD maintain that terms have been agreed, but an agreement on the transfer fee has not been reached.
PETE JENSON With Lionel Messi now on-board for next season, Ronald Koeman has some difficult selection decisions to make. Heres Koemans squad line-by-line and some possible starting XIs.
Ravel Morrison is understood to be keeping his options open with regard to his next move - but the 27-year-old is considering a move to Holland ahead of the new season.
The Eight Nations autumn rugby schedule can finally be revealed with the emergency tournament opening on the ominous date of Friday November 13, with Ireland facing Wales in Dublin.
Atletico Madrid have rejected a £46m offer from Juventus for Alvaro Morata. The striker wants to leave after growing frustrated with Diego Simeones decision to play Diego Costa ahead of him.
Batshuayi joined Chelsea for £33million from Marseille in 2016 but has struggled for regular game time and been pushed further down the pecking order this summer.
Atletico Madrid have rejected a £46m offer from Juventus for Alvaro Morata. The striker wants to leave after growing frustrated with Diego Simeones decision to play Diego Costa ahead of him.
Corona would be Nuno Espirito Santos third signing from Porto this summer after signing Vitinha on Wednesday. Wovles smashed their club transfer record to sign Fabio Silva on Saturday.
The Argentine was out of contract this summer and, while the club were always confident he would commit to a new deal, no news had been forthcoming.
MIKE DICKSON A new champion will be crowned at the US Open - for the first time since 2014 - and do not try to tell the semi-finalists that the eventual winner will have taken some kind of shortcut.
United are ready to negotiate a price for Sancho with Borussia Dortmund after reaching a compromise with the players camp over the terms of a five-year contract.
JUDI JAMES, BODY LANGUAGE EXPERT Jurgen Klopps facial touch and partial beard-stroke gestures look like self-comfort rituals that suggest some awkwardness or anxiety.
First Joshua must face his IBF mandatory challenger Pulev, although it has been reported that the Watford-born star could skip past the fight and go straight into a mega bout with Fury.
Radrizzani says he has ambitious plans for Leeds but is realistic over the speed of their progress, while insisting he wont break the bank and risk the clubs financial health in the transfer market.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN There have been suggestions Real Madrid have agreed to pay half Bales salary if he goes out on loan or allow him to leave on the cheap.
The 43-year-old Brazil World Cup winner - who won three trophies at Real Madrid- was speaking during a chat with former Real manager Jorge Valdano, on his show Universo Valdano.
The multiple super-middleweight world champion, who now works for Sky Sports, was speaking on the Gary Newbon Sports Show about his wealth and his career.
Former Manchester United manager Lous Van Gaal, who signed Depay for £25million in 2015, is concerned that the 26-year-old may struggle to adapt to the new culture and new team at Barca.
The save your seat policy allows vulnerable fans to wait until the 2021-22 campaign before returning to Selhurst Park if they are worried about catching the disease, but it has led to dismay among supporters.
Liverpool have won 196 points across the last two Premier League campaigns, losing just five times in the process and also winning the Champions League outside of that streak.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is centre-stage in the big reveal alongside Alexandre Lacazette, Bukayo Saka and David Luiz. The Gunners will wear the kit during the season opener.
The Australian tennis star, who did not appear at this years US Open due to COVID-19 fears, posted a poll on Twitter asking how many years he would be banned for if he had hit a ball at a line judge.
With the Premier League set to return later this month, clubs have been revealing their new kits - and some have been among the worst ever seen. Here are the top flights all-time shockers.
Even in this condensed summer between seasons, the impact of new signings are going to be the main talking points of the opening weekend of the Premier League campaign.
Chris Smalling missed Manchester Uniteds pre-season training sessions at Carrington on Tuesday and Wednesday as his agent tries to negotiate terms with Serie A side Roma.
Danny Drinkwater is seeing a sports psychologist to jump-start his career and has opened up on the extraordinary off-field incidents that have plagued his career over the last two years.
Ben Foster is preparing for his 19th season as a professional and he is already knows what he wants to do after retirement. Foster is a keen cyclist who posts his activities on Instagram.
The 27-year-old Ghanaian international Partey is Arsenal manager Mikel Artetas top transfer target this summer, and can leave his current club if his £44million release clause is triggered.
David Moyes has made James Tarkowski his prime target and has been encouraged by initial talks that the 27-year-old is willing to make the move and become the focal point of his defence.
Porto have informed the Portuguese stock exchange they will pay Jorge Mendes Gestifute agency £6.4m out of the £35m transfer fee they received from Wolves for Fabio Silva.
The Australian tennis star, who did not appear at this years US Open due to COVID-19 fears, posted a poll on Twitter asking how many years he would be banned for if he had hit a ball at a line judge.
Details have emerged in Germany than Kai Havertz was so desperate to seal his dream Chelsea move that he allowed Bayer Leverkusen to retain his £9m cut of the transfer fee for themselves.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a review into plans to re-open stadiums after a rise in coronavirus cases, a blow to clubs hoping to let in more supporters in the coming months.
JUDI JAMES, BODY LANGUAGE EXPERT Jurgen Klopps facial touch and partial beard-stroke gestures look like self-comfort rituals that suggest some awkwardness or anxiety.
Michael Essien has joined Danish side FC Nordsjaelland as a player-coach and will participate in the training alongside the players to help implement the drills and ideas.
INTERVIEW BY NATHAN SALT Harry Kane Kane bided his time in north London. Four loan spells allowed him to find his rhythm. But in a win-now mindset, he wants - and needs - trophies to kick on.
Even in this condensed summer between seasons, the impact of new signings are going to be the main talking points of the opening weekend of the Premier League campaign.
Fulhams Sylvester Jasper made his senior debut against Man City in January and recently signed a new deal lasting until 2023. However, a host of clubs are looking to sign the 18-year-old on loan.
The news that the 31-year-old striker - Arsenals leading goalscorer with 29 last season - has committed his future to the club will come as a significant relief to fans.
Etheridge was a target for West Ham, but the club have moved on after setting their sights on a new centre-back, leaving Birmingham in pole position to secure his signature.
Rhian Brewster is one of the most sought-after young stars in England after an impressive loan-spell at Swansea last season. Despite Premier League interest he could still return to Swansea.
On Wednesday reports from Italy claimed an individual from the assembly had been diagnosed with COVID-19, with the news possibly causing a domino effect.
Karim Benzema is a controversial figure in France due to his alleged involvement in a 2015 sex-tape scandal and the supposed blackmailing of his then France team-mate, Mathieu Valbuena.
Mick Schumacher will also drive the Ferrari F2004, his father Michaels last world champion car, before the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, which will be the teams 1000th Grand Prix race.
Mick Schumacher will also drive the Ferrari F2004, his father Michaels last world champion car, before the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, which will be the teams 1000th Grand Prix race.
The Ligue 1 sensation would love to move to the Premier League but Lyon do not want to accept any swap deals. Rudi Garcias side have already turned down an offer from the Gunners.
Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho has kept Austin involved in the first team training sessions but with the arrival of Joe Hart and Paulo Gazzaniga still at the club, competition for places is fierce
Max Taylor has inspired many with his story amid his battle against testicular cancer. The 20-year-old is now looking to kick on his career and is considering a loan move to get regular football.
The 29-year-old attacking midfielder completed his move from the Bernabeu to Goodison Park on Tuesday, signing a two-year contract with the option for a further season.
IOC President Thomas Bach said on Wednesday that his organisation was committed to delivering a safe Games and had the full support of the Japanese government.
The Real Madrid star began his career with the French outfit but left for the Bernabeu in 2009 and has since played more than 500 games for Los Blancos in a sparkling career.
The four-time world champion suffered a poor season with Ferrari last year, with the manufacturer releasing the 33-year-old earlier this summer.
The four-time world champion suffered a poor season with Ferrari last year, with the manufacturer releasing the 33-year-old earlier this summer.
EXCLUSIVE Dier has played in the North London Derby and for England v Germany, but believes the famous derby in Portugal trumps all three because of how passionate the fans are.
The four-time world champion suffered a poor season with Ferrari last year, with the manufacturer releasing the 33-year-old earlier this summer.
The Real Madrid star began his career with the French outfit but left for the Bernabeu in 2009 and has since played more than 500 games for Los Blancos in a sparkling career.
INTERVIEW BY NATHAN SALT Harry Kane Kane bided his time in north London. Four loan spells allowed him to find his rhythm. But in a win-now mindset, he wants - and needs - trophies to kick on.
Azarenka, smiling and bobbing her head along to music being played during changeovers, spread the court with 21 winners to dominate 16th seed Mertens in their first career meeting.
The scheduled start of the campaign had to be hastily changed on Wednesday night as the result of a dispute between the two bodies over whether matches can be played on Fridays and Mondays.
Having smashed their club transfer record to sign Fabio Silva on Saturday, Wolves have taken 20-year-old midfielder Vitinha on a season-long loan from the Portuguese club with an option to buy.
The 20-year-old has joined for an initial loan fee of £9million, with the option to buy him outright for £14m next summer. Tonali had attracted interest from Barcelona and Manchester United but stayed in Italy.
The Argentine forward has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona this summer and that has only intensified amid the expected departure of Luis Suarez to Juventus.
Albion boss Slaven Bilic has identified Grant as his top target to improve his attack, with the club putting together a deal that could eventually be worth up to £15m for the 22-year-old.
The league terminated its existing contract in the country with rights holder PPTV, owned by Suning, last week after the withholding of a payment due under the terms of the deal in March.
The first Russian duo in the quarter-finals at a Grand Slam since 2007, Medvedev produced a ruthless, controlled display that sends him through to the last four without dropping a set.
Arsenal are interested in signing Aouar, who is valued at £54m, and have considered a bid involving money plus Matteo Guendouzi.
Van de Beek scored his first goal for Ajax in a 1-1 draw with Solskjaers side in the Europa League in 2015, but suffered a nasty cut close to his left eye as he headed the ball goalwards.
INTERVIEW BY DAVID COVERDALE Irving Weaver is considering a question most football club owners never have to face would he ever sack his son?
The Sky Sports analyst said Liverpool should move for £26m Alcantara, who would cost £26m, regardless of whether Georginio Wijnaldum moves to Barcelona.
England took four points from their two Nations League fixtures during this international break, edging past Iceland 1-0 before a goalless draw with Denmark.
The youngsters were kicked out of the squad on Monday morning as it emerged they arranged a secret rendezvous with two Icelandic models at the team hotel in Reykjavik on Sunday night.
The two county teams will contest a five-day final on Sept 23 after earning the most points from the three-conference system used as an alternative for the Championship.
The Government confirmed test events for the rest of September would be capped at 1,000 fans, and they will review plans for an October 1 permanent return of spectators nearer the time.
INTERVIEW What the subsequent decades have done is bond this community. And that, alongside Dunns obvious managerial aspirations, is what binds the two parties.
Luizs absence could open the door for Saliba, who has returned to the club after spending last season on loan at St Etienne following his £27m move from the French club to Arsenal.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES HMRC are demanding that the tax bills be settled immediately, even though clubs have been operating in the absence of match-day revenue since March.
EXCLUSIVE Deeney sees himself as a Premier League player and, despite attempts to keep him at Vicarage Road, Watford have now reluctantly accepted that he is likely to depart.
The £300m deal collapsed at the end of July and Bruce remains in charge, unveiling £35millions worth of signings in the form of Callum Wilson, Jamal Lewis and Ryan Fraser on Wednesday.
The game on October 25 was billed to be the best attended event in Europe since lockdown. Tickets went on sale on Tuesday, the day before the Governments decision to limit gatherings.
The 50-year old is wanted by the clubs administrators to provide more experience ahead of caretaker Leam Richardson, who has welcomed the move.
Villas most recent offer was thought to have been around the £15m mark and was short of what the Gunners were looking for, but they are unlikely to give up their pursuit at this stage.
EXCLUSIVE West Ham captain Mark Noble has held peace talks with the clubs board after publicly denouncing their transfer policy last week.
INTERVIEW BY DAVID COVERDALE Irving Weaver is considering a question most football club owners never have to face would he ever sack his son?
While players his age break down, go to China or the Middle East, Cristiano Ronaldo barely breaks sweat. In fact, it can be argued that Ronaldo is better since turning 30 than he was before.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Thursdays meetings at Chepstow, Doncaster, Chelmsford City and Haydock.
The Premier League returns on Saturday after the briefest of breaks with arguably the fiercest of battle of recent seasons about to unfold. Sportsmail assesses the candidates.for the title.
Uniteds Class of 92 legends and co-owners of the League Two club were all in attendance in the stands at the Peninsula Stadium for the Leasing.Com Trophy clash.
Saracens exuded pride and defiance, on and off the pitch, as their rookie line-up frustrated title-chasing Sale - and Mark McCall was bullish about how his side can cope without Owen Farrell.
WILL KELLEHER AT THE RECREATION GROUND The win was typified by a newly-electrified forward pack who beat Worcester up and made space for the backs.
Ronaldo became the first European male player to score 100 international goals during Portugals 2-0 Nations League win in Sweden on Tuesday, and Giggs has back him to smash the all-time record.
NIK SIMON AT THE RICOH ARENA Barbearys tries sent Leicester crashing to their heaviest ever Premiership defeat. The Tigers scored the first try but were hit by 54 unanswered points.
The Premier League newcomers also hold an option to make the 27-year-old France internationals move permanent and the deal represents a real coup for Scott Parker.
Koepka has struggled with a left knee injury which saw him sidelined for three months last season and also needed on-course treatment to his hip during his title defence at the US PGA Championship.
DANIEL MATTHEWS His £33m move to Villa is the latest step on a steep rise for a 24-year-old, who reportedly cost just £1.8m when he signed from fourth-tier Exeter only three years ago.
Racing Point will be rebranded as Aston Martin next season and four-time world champion Vettel, deemed surplus to requirements by Ferrari, is now likely to head up the project.
The offer to buy out Mike Ashley, which was majority-funded by Saudi Arabias Public Investment Fund, was withdrawn in July with the governing body still conducting its owners and directors test.
Lesnar turned his attention to mixed martial arts in 2007, and competed in one professional bout outside the UFC before he was snapped up by Dana White and the Fertitta brothers.
Gloucester will be the latest Premiership rugby club to host a limited number of fans - despite re-enforced government restrictions - with 1,000 to be welcomed to the match against Harlequins.
The Football Association has confirmed Southgates side will face the All Whites on November 12 ahead of their UEFA Nations League ties against Belgium and Iceland later that month.
The six-time champion dropped the first set in the last eight tie with the unseeded Bulgarian claiming an unlikely 6-4 win. Pironkova then broke Williams in the first game of the second set.
Following the news that Lionel Messi will remain at the Nou Camp, there had been suggestions that Premier League clubs had been put on alert about the possibility of signing Griezmann.
After ending their 30 year wait to win the league title, Liverpool have had a rather quiet transfer window so far, with their sole acquisition seeing left-back Kostas Tsimakas arrive from Olympiacos.
Paul Merson and host Jeff Stelling survived and will feature in Saturdays show alongside Chris Kamara, with the panel set to be rotated during the opening weeks of the new campaign.
Serena Williams booked her place in the US Open semi-final with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory over Tsvetana Pironkova.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN Philippe Coutinhos time at Barcelona may finally have come, almost two years after he joined from Liverpool as the Catalan clubs most expensive ever player.
The Welshman said last week that the Spanish club were making it very difficult for him to leave after his move to the Chinese Super League was blocked 12 months ago.
A significant number of their workforce, which numbers around 100, are expected to leave at the end of a consultation process which began on Wednesday and will run until October 14.
Suarez has been heavily linked with a move to Juventus after reportedly being informed by new Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman that he isnt in his plans.
The Women Super Leagues American revolution has continued with Manchester United Women announcing the double signings of World Cup winners Tobin Heath and Christen Press.
Its now or never for James Rodriguezs world-beating potential. At their third club together, Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti believes he can finally unlock Colombias lost superstar.
The playmaker has enjoyed a trophy-laden career, having won the Spanish league title with Real Madrid in the 2011-12 campaign before going on to win the World Cup with Germany in 2014.
It follows an announcement that the government is revising its plans for the anticipated return of fans to grounds from the start of October following the recent increase in infections.
Caleb Ewan snatched victory on stage 11 of the Tour de France in Poitiers. The Australian edged out Peter Sagan and yesterdays winner Sam Bennett in a sprint finish in Poitiers.
According to The Telegraph, the Borussia Dortmund winger is eager to join United before the transfer window closes on October 5. However, United still need to agree a fee with Dortmund.
The forward joined Villa from a Genk for an initial £8.5million, rising to a possible £10m, as a replacement for the injured Wesley, but is now thought to be surplus to requirements.
CRAIG HOPE Fraser was heavily criticised by Bournemouth supporters after turning down the offer to play during their battle for survival and the team were eventually relegated by one point.
Former Chelsea man Branislav Ivanovic is on a move back to the Premier League after leaving Zenit St Petersburg and could make a move to West Brom, according to reports.
The 23-year-old has arrived in England to join up with Ole Gunnar Solskjaers men after international duty with Holland and will start getting to know his United team-mates.
Havertz joined Chelsea from Bayer Leverkusen for £90million last week and much is expected from him in his first season in the Premier League.
The Prime Minister was speaking in a press conference on new Covid-19 restrictions in England following a rise in cases in the country.
The 31-year-old did not play for the Gunners after the Premier League restart in June after a back injury and being frozen out by boss Mikel Arteta saw him miss the remaining 13 games.
Ten-year-old Mikey - a blind footballer from Enfield in London - was the latest recipient of the £4,200 OrCam glasses sent by Barcelona star Lionel Messi.
Recent reports have claimed that Chelsea have already had a £14million bid for Mendy rejected by Rennes before the Blues returned with an improved offer of £20m plus add-ons.
Sportsmail run you through what we learned from the last two rounds of international fixtures in the Nations League, with excellent performances from both young and experienced stars.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will speak with Mason Greenwood over his expulsion from the England squad, but Manchester United are determined to protect their striker from further fallout.
Sorba Thomas, the 21-year-old former West Ham academy product, has been earning rave reviews from league scouts with his performances on the right wing and as a wing-back.
Victor Osimhen turned down a move to Manchester United before joining Napoli for, his brother revealed. Andrew Osimhen says Victor had too much respect for his compatriot.
Jordan Henderson has again underlined why he is regarded as such a great leader at Liverpool with thoughtful gift and letter to Dejan Lovren.
The Championship club revealed on Wednesday afternoon that the players contract had been terminated with immediate effect but the reason for his dismissal is yet to be disclosed.
Christian Pulisic enjoyed a strong debut campaign at Stamford Bridge after arriving from Borussia Dortmund, scoring 11 goals and producing 10 assists in 34 matches in all competitions last season.
After a dismal campaign in his debut season, Newcastles record signing Joelinton risked being stripped of the iconic No 9 shirt, after managing just two goals for the Tyneside club.
Doncaster Council Health officials have ordered the final three days of the St Leger meeting to be run behind closed doors ahead of anticipated significant tightening of government restrictions.
Chelsea have been ruthless this summer - signing Ziyech (£37m), Chilwell (£50m), Werner (£53m), Havertz (£89m) while also completing free transfers for Silva and Sarr.
Real Madrid are ready to let Gareth Bale leave for a cut-price fee of £22million as they continue to try and free up their big wage bill. Manchester United remain one of the only clubs who could afford him.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DANIEL MATTHEWS Plans for a reunion are already afoot after the aging boyband behind footballs familiar Saturday soundtrack fell silent for good.
Novak Djokovic was booted out of the Grand Slam in dramatic fashion when he swiped a ball to the back of the court angrily, only for it inadvertently to strike Laura Clark in the throat.
Real Madrid are ready to let Gareth Bale leave for a cut-price fee of £22million as they continue to try and free up their big wage bill. Manchester United remain one of the only clubs who could afford him.
Englands no.1 white-ball spinner Adil Rashid will be invited to a three-week Test training camp England hope to stage in Dubai towards the end of November and early December.
England went onto Denmark without them and after Tuesday nights 0-0 draw Kane revealed he had been keeping in close contact with Greenwood and Foden to ensured its a lesson learned.
JOE BERNSTEIN Man United will surely want a re-assessment of their scouts talent spotting now that Memphis Depay is in his prime at 26 and now coveted by Barcelona to link up with Lionel Messi.
Aston Villa have announced the signing of striker Ollie Watkins from Brentford in a deal worth a staggering £33m.
There is an exhaustive list of new rules football fans in Scotland must abide by this weekend as crowds return. Two pilot games are allowing 300 supporters into the ground to watch.
With coronavirus cases on the rise again in England, government officials are set to take action and impose tighter Covid-19 restrictions in a bid to prevent a second spike across the country.
According to The Athletic , boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez is at war with his promoter and the streaming service, DAZN, over his multi-million 10-fight boxing contract.
The Aston Villa captain was handed his senior international debut against Denmark on Tuesday evening, replacing Kalvin Phillips on his own maiden appearance, for the latter stages of the clash.
Eden Hazard was part of Belgiums matchday squads to take on both Denmark and Iceland in the UEFA Nations League, but the Madrid winger didnt feature at all for Roberto Martinezs side.
Brazil and Shanghai SIPG forward Hulk is thought to have split from wife Iran Angelo in the summer of last year before announcing he was dating her niece Camila just a few months later.
France head coach Didier Deschamps has hailed the transformation of Antony Martial who he says is now on the right track. Martial made his first start for France since March 2018 on Tuesday night.
The 23-year-old has arrived in England to join up with Ole Gunnar Solskjaers men after international duty with Holland and will start getting to know his United team-mates.
Conor McGregor retired for the third time in June but many expect him to return to the UFC. If he does, a fight with either of the Diaz brothers could well be on the cards for the Irishman.
Dawid Malan has risen to No 1 in the Twenty20 international batting rankings following Englands 2-1 series win over Australia. He scored 129 runs in total against the Aussies.
Dawid Malan has risen to number one in the Twenty20 international batting rankings following Englands 2-1 series win over Australia. He scored 129 runs in total against the Aussies.
David Alaba has been at Bayern Munich his entire professional career but is pushing to leave this transfer window if an agreement over a new contract cannot be made.
Novak Djokovic has been accused by close friend and former womens tennis star Daniela Hantuchova of letting his anger get the better of him. Anger that she believes is holding him back from winning more.
Angelino will return to Leipzig on loan after scoring once and registering five assists in 18 games for the club side last term. The deal will, however. include obligation to buy clause for £16m
Bright Osayi-Samuel was the subject of two bids from Belgian side Club Brugge this summer, the second of which was accepted by QPR, but the player himself turned down the move.
The 16-year-old, who grew up idolising Juventus star and United legend Cristiano Ronaldo, rose through the Atletico Madrid youth ranks and has been tipped to have a very bright future.
Under previous boss Quique Setien it appeared this clause would cease and expire with Philippe Coutinho having no future in the side. But under Ronald Koeman, the Brazilian could now thrive.
According to The Atheltic, Luizs issue requires particular caution and he could face an extended period out on the sidelines.
The west London club have been swift in finalising deals for their top targets, swelling the squad for a title challenge but now the onus is on clearing out the players who have no future.
It has been a surging modern phenomenon of football clubs battling it out to find new ways to announce signings. The thirst is like never before, and now its starting to make some big money.
It has been a surging modern phenomenon of football clubs battling it out to find new ways to announce signings. The thirst is like never before, and now its starting to make some big money.
After a brief break, the Premier League is back once again this Saturday as newly-promoted Fulham get ready to host an Arsenal side buoyed by their FA Cup success
Danny Rose has one year left on his current Tottenham deal but is nearing an exit. The England international favours a move abroad after struggling for game time.
Naomi Osaka marched into the semi-finals of the US Open with a commanding straight-sets win over Shelby Rogers. It means she remains on course for a potential final against Serena Williams.
Philippe Coutinhos stay at Barcelona has been confirmed by his agent Kia Joorabchian, who revealed Ronald Koeman moved rapidly to make his intentions known.
According to reports, Suarez has already agreed to join Andrea Pirlos side on a two-year contract and the two clubs are sorting he final details of the transfer.
New Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman is keen to bring the Spaniard, who graduated through the clubs famous La Masia academy, back to the club.
Nuno Espirito Santos contract at the Molineux comes to an end next summer. The club are keen to tie him down for a further three years after an impressive job since he became manager in 2017.
The 24-year-old revealed on Twitter that she had returned a positive test and that as a result had withdrawn from the second major of the season.
With an unnamed player still awaiting the results of a coronavirus test, Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano have called off their friendly in the interests of protecting players and staff.
The shamed England pair reportedly paid a hotel worker to help them sneak the girls into their hotel room for a rendezvous despite the strict coronavirus protocols banning visitors.
Marcus Rashford forced the UK government into a U-turn over its free school meals policy during lockdown, which will ensure children in need would receive meals across the summer.
The England captain faced a disciplinary hearing by video link and was found guilty of a dangerous tackle, which earned him a red card during last Saturdays Premiership encounter at Allianz Park.
The scout unearthed many Arsenal stars including Cesc Fabregas, Alexis Sanchez, Robin van Persie, Gabriel Martinelli and current head coach Mikel Arteta but it not bitter about being let go.
Georginio Wijnaldum has entered the last 12 months of his contract, and Ronald Koeman is looking to pry him away from Liverpool. Jurgen Klopp will speak with the midfielder face to face soon.
Belgium striker Michy Batshuayi scored twice as the hosts eased to a 5-1 victory over Iceland and a 12th win in a row in their Nations League clash at the King Baudouin Stadium on Tuesday.
James Maddison played in only three of Leicesters 10 matches following the restart due to a hip problem, which he aggravated in the 2-1 defeat to Everton at the start of July.
The Aston Villa star admitted he was emotional as he made his long-waited England debut after coming on for fellow debutant Kalvin Phillips in the 75th minute in Copenhagen.
EXCLUSIVE Born into a family of farmers, the West Ham forward returns home each summer for a bespoke fitness programme put together by his father on his uncles potato field.
MATT HUGHES IN COPENHAGEN Gareth Southgate described Phil Foden and Mason Greenwoods behaviour as unacceptable on any basis after Englands draw against Denmark.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Wednesdays meetings at Kempton, Doncaster, Uttoxeter and Wolverhampton.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN It will be Koemans move next as he decides who will wear the captains armband this season. Barcelona play their first LaLiga game on September 27.
NIK SIMON AT ASHTON GATE This was a warning to Bristols title rivals when the Bears sharpen their teeth, they have the talent to rip defences to pieces.
The Wolves defender looked assured on his first appearance for the senior side in the goalless draw in Copenhagen and Neville backed him to keep his place in Gareth Southgates squad.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES While the BBC had a higher audience than Sky overall, the subscription service gained more young viewers in a blow to ECB strategists.
EXCLUSIVE BY KIERAN GILL Premier League clubs are set to replace the Black Lives Matter slogan on players shirts with a patch promoting the competitions own anti-discrimination campaign.
France earned a rollercoaster 4-2 home win over Croatia in a top-tier Nations League Group 3 match on Tuesday with the outcome a carbon copy of their memorable clash in the 2018 World Cup final.
Gareth Bale could be set for a stunning Premier League return to Manchester United or Tottenham as he prepares to have crunch talks with Real Madrid over a potential exit.
England were held to draw in Denmark as Harry Kane saw an injury-time effort cleared off the line following an error by Kasper Schmeichel. Sportsmail runs the rule over the Three Lions
Gareth Southgate experimented with a new formation against Denmark to bring debutants Connor Coady and Kalvin Phillips into the fore with both impressing on their senior bows.
Taking the road less travelled has handsomely paid off for Jennifer Brady, who finds herself in the US Open semi-finals without having dropped a set.
MATT HUGHES In the last few weeks, even such a multi-faceted individual as Gareth Southgate has been tested. The 50-year-old has had a lot of off the field issues to contend with involving his stars.
Three working mothers with three very different stories are among those making history at this years highly unusual US Open.
Cristiano Ronaldo became just the second player ever to score 100 international goals before netting a second as Portugal beat Sweden 2-0 in the Nations League.
SAMI MOKBEL AT THE PARKER STADIUM As England toiled in Copenhagen, you couldnt help but ponder what Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden were thinking back home in Manchester.
JACK GAUGHAN IN AUSTRIA While the sight of Godfrey sealing this victory filled Boothroyd with joy, the preceding move spoke far more to Englands progression at Under-21 level.
LAWRENCE BOOTH AT AGEAS BOWL Englands reign at the top of the T20 rankings lasted a little over 48 hours as Australia won the third and final match in Southampton
He is the first European to reach the incredible landmark, and is closing in on the all-time record of 109 set by Iran legend Ali Daei. It is just the latest in a long line of landmarks passed by the 35-year-old
The nutritionist, who is employed by the English Institute of Sport (EIS), was suspended while the allegations were investigated but that has now been lifted after the complaint was not upheld.
Cristiano Ronaldo became just the second player ever to score 100 international goals with a sublime free-kick for Portugal against Sweden.
Gary Neville has defended Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden after their hotel saga in Iceland that saw them sent home from the England camp, claiming that they will learn and arent robots.
The ruling means Semenya cannot defend her Olympic 800-meter title at the Tokyo Games next year, or compete at any top meets in distances from 400 meters to the mile.
Lewis, 22, has agreed a five-year contract with the Magpies after the two clubs agreed a fee of around £15million, but the deal could rise to £20m with add-ons.
The PFA Team of the Year has been announced and unsurprisingly it has been dominated by Liverpool. Jurgen Klopps side who romped to the Premier League title have five inclusions in the squad.
Kevin De Bruyne has been crowned Manchester Citys first ever PFA Player of the Year. The Belgian equalled Thierry Henrys Premier League record of 20 assists in a single season.
Wednesday night marks a monumental day in Salford Citys history when they face Manchester United for the first time in a competitive environment, an event the Class of 92 couldnt envisage.
The 21-year-old full-back has been named as the PFA Young Player of the Year for the 2019-20 season after a superb campaign for Premier League champions Liverpool.
Swansea City have agreed to sell Kosovo international Bersant Celina to French Ligue 1 club Dijon with the former Manchester City playmaker expected to complete his £3m move in France on Wednesday.
Lyon sporting director Juninho stated the Ligue 1 side are not interested in Matteo Guendouzi in the wake of Arsenals player-plus-cash swap offer for star midfielder Houssem Aouar.
Alphonse Areola is third in the pecking order at PSG behind Keylor Navas and Sergio Rico. Arsenal meanwhile face the prospect of losing Emiliano Martinez with Aston Villa interested.
Everton have confirmed the signing of Abdoulaye Doucouré from relegated Watford. The French midfielder has joined the Toffees in a deal believed to be worth around £22million.
The UFC has managed to come through the coronavirus crisis relatively unscathed, hosting mammoth events with Kamaru Usman defeating Jorge Masvidal at Fight Island.
France host Croatia in Tuesday nights UEFA Nations League action as group A3 leaders Portugal visit Sweden. France bagan their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Sweden.
Follow all the live action from Denmark vs England in the UEFA Nations League, as Gareth Southgates men look to get another win after they left it late against Iceland last week.
The Premier League have already voted to return to allowing only three substitutes during a game, but Andrea Agnelli has suggested they could be in the minority in Europes top leagues.
Bell, who had been given a guard of honour by his opponents as he emerged for his 524th and final first-class innings, had moved to within 10 of what would have been his 58th century when he chopped on.
PSG face Lens and then Marseille in the first two games of their Ligue 1 season without seven key first-team players. Neymar and Kylian Mbappe are among the group quarantining.
The 38-year-old, who was the last member of Englands 2005 Ashes-winning team still playing red-ball cricket, received a guard of honour from players and the umpires as he walked out to bat.
With the Gunners bringing in a host of new faces this summer it appeared as though Arteta was keen his players to gel with the unorthodox method ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham.
The 43-year-old will join new Royals manager Veljko Paunović at the Madejski Stadium ahead of the 2020-21 Championship season.
After entering the ninth week of this summers transfer window, clubs from across Europe are still getting deals done as they look to bolster their squads ahead of the new campaign.
Sam Bennett, who already had three Giro dItalia and two Vuelta stage wins to his name, outsprinted Australian Caleb Ewan and Slovakian Peter Sagan for his first win in cyclings biggest event.
Rafael joined the Turkish side on a free after he requested to leave Lyon following five seasons at the club. The Brazilian defender had 12 months left on his deal, but Lyon waived their right to a fee.
EXCLUSIVE BY KIERAN GILL The BBC held an avoiding racial bias training session with on-air talent yesterday, listing the words and phrases which must be avoided ahead of the new season.
Radek Stepanek, a former world No 8, coached Novak Djokovic alongside Andre Agassi for several months between 2017 and 2018 and he told CNN that he suspected the Serbian star was suffering.
Discipline has been one of the biggest issues for the Three Lions in recent memory - too much or too little of it has been blamed for major tournament exits. Now it looks to be a major problem for Southgate.
All 20 Premier League clubs have given the green light on plans to allow all top-flight matches to be shown live on TV this season until at least October 1. The u-turn comes after fan pressure.
Aberdeens clash against Kilmarnock and Celtics trip to Ross County will be played in front of 300 fans after the Scottish Government approved the two top-flight matches as pilot events.
Former Manchester City defender Aleksandar Kolarov has completed his move to Inter Milan from Roma. Kolarov has joined on a two-year contract that will keep him at San Siro until he is 36.
As Sportsmail revealed yesterday, the 19-year-old Wales international will spend the season in League One with United keen for him to gain more competitive game time at the Valley.
Zaniolo managed to limp himself off the pitch during Italys Nations League victory against Holland after he was on the wrong end of a collision with Manchester United new boy Donny van de Beek.
After a brief break, the Premier League is back once again this Saturday as newly-promoted Fulham get ready to host an Arsenal side buoyed by their FA Cup success
Marcelo Bielsas side are preparing for the new Premier League season, when they kick off against champions Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday evening.
The Clarets were open to selling the England international at the right price but not at the figure offered. David Moyes is now waiting to see whether a revised Hammers bid can be mounted.
Chelsea intend to give Gallagher a new contract once he returns from international duty and then allow him out for a season in the Premier League and there are no shortage of takers.
Aston Villa want to sign Arsenals Martinez in time for their opening league game versus Sheffield United next week. Dean Smith has Tom Heaton injured while Pepe Reina has left the club.
Two weeks is a long time in football. In that time Jack Grealish has been pulled in from the cold and Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden have been banished from the squad after a faux-pas in Iceland.
Chelsea are keen for 22-year-old Tomori to gain some regular first-team football in the Premier League and talks are at an advanced stage as Carlo Ancelotti looks to add to his defensive ranks.
John Stones plans to stay at Manchester City this summer and wants force his way back in to Pep Guardiolas starting line-up, according to reports. The 26-year-old played just 16 times last season.
Frank Lampard has been backed through the most remarkable of spending sprees, but a number of Chelsea academy graduates may now find themselves on the sidelines.
The forward trained with the Championship club on Tuesday morning but terms have since been agreed and he was expected to travel to the Midlands for a medical.
The forward trained with the Championship club on Tuesday morning but terms have since been agreed and he was expected to travel to the Midlands for a medical.
The Premier League champions are considering selling Rhian Brewster this summer with a buy-back clause inserted in the move should they want to resign him, according to reports.
Restrictions on travel at the moment due to the global pandemic has seen Nikita Parris and Jodie Taylor (both at Lyon) and Toni Duggan (Atletico Madrid) omitted from Nevilles latest squad.
Chelsea striker Batshuayi, 26, is expected to sign a one-year extension to his current contract at Stamford Bridge and then re-join Palace, where he spent six months in the 2018-19 season.
Gareth Southgate was given more cause for concern 24 hours before England were due to play Denmark on Tuesday when Danny Ings and Kieran Trippier clashed in training.
Thiago Silva is making the most of the final days off before he joins up with his new Chelsea team-mates. The Brazilian signed a one-year deal but was given time to go to Sardinia with his wife.
After her contract in France expired, Lucy Bronze has returned to Manchester to further strengthen City in their bid to win the Womens Super League title for the first time since 2016.
However, concerns that the famous race would be impacted have been squashed, with all 166 remaining Tour de France riders cleared to continue racing after COVID-19 tests.
Top European clubs already hit hard by coronavirus have been dealt another blow after it was revealed they would have to foot a huge TV rebate.
Jody Morris and Chelseas coaching staff arent the only influences on Frank Lampards management, with the Blues boss admitting he consults his wife over players life issues.
The Chelsea winger has joined Spanish side Granada for the 2020-21 season in yet another loan move for the young Brazilian, after temporary spells at Watford, Newcastle and Getafe.
Channel 5 will now broadcast every Monday Night Football game, as well as a Sunday morning show called NFL End Zone, in a return of NFL to a channel which aired the league from 1998-2009.
The Manchester United striker and Phil Foden, who had both earned their first senior England call-ups, were kicked out of the squad by Gareth Southgate following their misdemeanors.
Bjorn Kristensen remembers the fateful conversation with national-team boss Richard Moller Nielsen. He ended up turning down the chance to be involved in Euro 92. Denmark famously won it.
Manager Slaven Bilic wants a mobile forward who can run the channels and get in behind defenders and Gray has been discussed as West Brom weigh up their loan options.
Van de Beek signed for United in a £40million deal after emerging as one of the brightest talents around and following his move, Ajax fans made sure he was given an emotional farewell.
The younger brother of Inter Milans ex-Man United, Chelsea and Everton striker Romelu, is weighing up a move to England as his club Lazio are willing to sell the left-back for around £5million.
Spanish international Reguilon is not in Madrid manager Zinedine Zidanes first-team plans and though United are keen on a £27m move, the Red Devils do not want to include a buy-back clause.
BRIAN LAUDRUP I get why the Nations League might seem like a competition we could do without in the time of coronavirus. But, as an idea, the Nations League remains a good one.
Speaking at a news conference, Hashimoto said the Games should be held for the benefit of the athletes, regardless of the challenges posed by the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Argentine striker Gonzalo Higuain is surplus to requirement at the Allianz Stadium and Andrea Pirlo is looking to replace him with Barcelona forward Luis Suarez.
The Borussia Dortmund striker was a class apart in the Nations League tie but rather than bask in his own performance, Haaland made a beeline for Leeds Stuart Dallas at full-time to swap shirts.
Both starlets command eye-watering price tags and have impressed in the Bundesliga. But as it stands, just one has moved to England with United still unwilling to stump up Sanchos fee.
It is not often Tyson Fury finds himself flat on the canvas but thats what happened when he and brother Tommy met in the ring. Tyson is preparing to defend his heavyweight title in December.
David Beckham, Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford all modeled the brand new 2020-21 third kit, though despite the flash launch, many supporters online mocked the fresh egear.
The MMA tournament being set-up by Khabib Nurmagomedov to honour his father Abdulmanap will take place in Moscow before the end of the year. Abdulmanap died in July.
Hector Bellerin has been very active off the pitch in in terms of looking after the environment, and he has since joined Forest Greens board as he wants to help develop their eco-friendly work.
The pair are hoping to clash in a highly-anticipated mega-fight next year that would see the winner crowed as undisputed champion, with both fighters holding all five belts.
The Manchester United legend has urged the club to move on from the Jadon Sancho transfer saga and criticised the Red Devils recruitment ploys in the market after only one signing so far.
After entering the ninth week of this summers transfer window, clubs from across Europe are still getting deals done as they look to bolster their squads ahead of the new campaign.
Thiago Alcantara has been given additional time off by Bayern Munich and the next few days will be crucial in deciding his future. The midfielder has been in action in the Nations League.
UFC fan favourite Nick Diaz is planning a sensational return to the octagon next year. He has even gone through a test weight cutting process to see where his body is at the moment.
MICHAEL LAUDRUP I get why the Nations League might seem like a competition we could do without in the time of coronavirus. But, as an idea, the Nations League remains a good one.
It has been an eventful few days for Efe Obada.The Carolina Panthers were first NFL team to announce their final 53-man roster on Saturday, and the versatile defensive lineman had made it.
The Three Lions pair broke coronavirus guidelines by inviting two Icelandic girls to their team hotel whilst on international duty.The Manchester stars have been sent home.
Icelandic beauty queen Nadia Sif Lindal Gunnarsdottir, 20, and her cousin Lara Clausen, a 19-year-old law student, went to visit the shamed players in their hotel room.
JEFF POWELL There can be no doubt that Daniel Dubois is one of the most lethal punchers in the ring today - power reinforced by a concrete chin. I now make him ranked seventh in the world.
The Man United forward, along with Man City midfielder Phil Foden, are at the centre of the latest England scandal after breaching protocols during their stay in Iceland with Gareth Southgates squad.
The Manchester United legend has urged the club to move on from the Jadon Sancho transfer saga and criticised the Red Devils recruitment ploys in the market after only one signing so far.
The 27-year-old was courted by Leicester last summer and is set to be in demand again after a solid season for the Clarets, who finished 10th in the Premier League.
A Sportsmail investigation found that UK Sport had not taken money away from any governing bodies on the grounds of athlete welfare in the past two Olympic cycles despite a string of scandals.
The 21-year-old was second-choice at left wing-back to Jonny throughout 2019-20 and even though Jonny is out for a long spell with injury, Wolves have signed Marcal from Lyon to replace him.
Thiagos current deal is set to expire next summer and despite Bayern wanting to extend his contract, he has backed off and made it clear that he wishes to join a new team, with Liverpool the favourites to sign him.
Gary Neville believes Gareth Southgate is the perfect manager to handle the Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood situation after the England debutants saw their first senior call-ups curtailed in shame .
Dustin Johnson held off determined challenges from Justin Thomas and Xander Schauffele to win the Tour Championship, FedEx Cup title and the first prize of £11.2million in Atlanta.
Second seed Dominic Thiem edged a first-set tiebreak before turning up the heat to romp into the U.S. Open quarter-finals with a resounding 7-6(4) 6-1 6-1 victory over Felix Augur-Aliassime.
Aston Villa have turned their attentions to Joshua King after missing out on his former Bournemouth team-mate Callum Wilson.
EXCLUSIVE BY IAN LADYMAN A year ago Luke Mathesons football dreams stretched no further than a place on the plane when Rochdale flew off for pre-season training. A lot can happen in a year.
Known as Vitinha, his arrival follows Fabio Silvas £35m move from Porto on Saturday and Fernando Marcal from Lyon on Sunday. The 31-year-old left back signed a two-year deal at Molineux.
The notion is to stage a race on Saturdays with those at the bottom of the championship standings starting at the front to act as qualifying to determine the grid for the Sundays race.
This was supposed to be a time to remember for Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood, but now events immediately after their senior England debuts threaten to overshadow everything.
For a man with no official defeats in 2020, Djokovic has registered plenty of losses recently. The world No 1 finds himself mired in controversy again after being booted out of the US Open this week.
Leicester are willing to offer £20m for St Etiennes Wesley Fofana after being encouraged that the 19-year-old may be open to leaving. Foxes midfielder Adrien Silva has interest from Sampdoria.
BORIS BECKER If you ask Novak Djokovic in 10 years time for the worst thing he experienced on a tennis court it will surely be disqualification at the 2020 US Open. He will be feeling embarrassed.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES Football League clubs are locked in a battle with HMRC over tax demands for up to hundreds of thousands of pounds. The EFL have relaxed their tax rules too.
Aston Villa have asked about Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez but are reluctant to meet Arsenals asking price of around £20m. Villa are in the market for another keeper as Tom Heaton recovers.
From Bobby Moores arrest to Paul Gascoignes trashing of Glenn Hoddles room, many controversial moments have occurred through the years. Sportsmail takes a look back through the archives.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN Premier League directors and senior executives will be able to fill their faces when football returns after forcing through a change to the Covid-19 protocols.
The horse which triumphs in Saturdays Pertemps St Leger will join the roll of honour of racings oldest Classic but, this season, it will be the people cheering the winner home who will be more significant.
The east London club are the first team to trial a ground-breaking new Covid-19 sanitiser tunnel that could help in the effort to get fans back into stadiums safely over the coming months.
Harry Maguire returned to training on Monday for the first time since being arrested in Greece and is ready to lead Manchester United into the new Premier League season this month.
Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips is in line for his England debut tonight and Gareth Southgate is also ready to give Conor Coady his international bow.
CHRIS SUTTON Gareth Southgate should be working on tactics, Instead hes reprimanding two kids for bringing girls back to their hotel, as if he is a head of Sixth Form, not England boss.
The England Under 21s coach likened his side to a club reserve team given how closely senior squad manager Gareth Southgate is inspecting their progression during training sessions.
The fly-half, 28, appears in front of a judiciary hearing on Tuesday where he is sure to cop a ban for his illegal hit on academy player Charlie Atkinson.Sarries are gearing up for their trip to Dublin.
The Bristol boss saw his Fijian centre hit in the face by Nanai - playing his first match back since a three-match ban last Friday - and was sure it should have been looked at.
IAN HERBERT Boys? Not really. A 20-year-old and 18-year-old who have spent a week observing the extraordinary levels of work going into ensuring that they get a shot at playing for England.
Here, recap Sportsmails IEUAN IVETT coverage from Monday nights Nations League action, with full commentary of Holland vs Italy.
Ryan Christie scored from the penalty spot to give Scotland a huge 2-1 victory in the Czech Republic. Jakub Pesek had given the hosts the lead but Lyndon Dykes put his side level.
Mohamed Elyounoussi opened the scoring after just two minutes but Paddy McNair quickly restored parity, only for Erling Haaland to volley beyond a helpless Bailey Peacock-Farrell.
HOLLAND 0-1 ITALY Gli Azzurri picked up their first win of this years Nations League with a stunning win over the Netherlands in Amsterdam thanks to a first-half header from Nicolo Barella.
Novak Djokovic landed himself in hot waters at the US Open after hitting a female line judge, in the throat. Subsequently, Sportsmail have rounded up the biggest tennis outbursts in history.
Ansu Fati who became Spains youngest ever goalscorer aged 17 years and 311 days, is still not on a first-team deal.Every time he makes history he becomes more expensive to keep for Barcelona.
EXCLUSIVE BY DAVID COVERDALE The player who punched a referee in a grassroots football match has been banned for 10 years. Satyam Toki was left with excessive bleeding above his eye.
The Wales international, 19, is Chris Wilders fourth signing of the week following Jayden Bogle and Max Lowe from Derby and West Brom winger Oliver Burke who will also arrive.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Tuesdays meetings at Goodwood, Newton Abbot, Catterick and Newcastle.
Everton have now officially confirmed the signing of James Rodriguez, with the Colombian star become Carlo Ancelottis marquee signing of the summer.
The Premier League confirmed that between Monday 31 August and Sunday 6 September, 1,605 players and Club staff were tested for COVID-19.
McGregors brashness on the mic and audacious fashion sense have masked the humble beginnings from which he grew up, a million miles from the sort of fame and popularity he enjoys today.
The 22-year-old full-back has withdrawn from the Northern Ireland squad ahead of Mondays Nations League tie against Norway to complete a £15million move to Newcastle United.
Murray and Skupski made a poor start, losing the first four games, but matched their opponents in the second set and had three set points at 5-4 before going down in the tie-break.
Serena Williams reached the US Open quarter-finals once again with a three-set victory over Maria Sakkari on Monday. The American won 6-3 6-7 6-3 to reach the last-eight once again.
The Paris Saint-Germain forward will leave the France national squad and return home. Didier Deschamps side are going to face Croatia on Tuesday night in the Nations League.
The EFL have appealed against the decision by an independent panel to clear Derby County of breaching spending rules relating to their £80million valuation of their Pride Park stadium.
The 22-year-old full-back has withdrawn from the Northern Ireland squad ahead of Mondays Nations League tie against Norway to complete a £15million move to Newcastle United.
Foden has been ejected from the England squad as a result by manager Gareth Southgate, and now the youngster has issued a statement via social media to apologise for his actions.
The Wales international, 19, will become Chris Wilders fourth signing of the week following Jayden Bogle and Max Lowe from Derby and West Brom winger Oliver Burke who will also arrive.
In one of the biggest shock results in F1 history, Pierre Gasly won the Italian Grand Prix from Carlos Sainz and Lance Stroll. We look at the seven things we learned from Monza.
The free Saturday morning recreational run, which attracts more than 200,000 participants in the UK each week, has been suspended since March because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Messi was pictured arriving at Barcas Joan Gamper Ciutat Esportiva training HQ in his Mercedes on Monday, and his expression did not suggest that he was happy to be there.
Holland host Italy in their second matchday clash in the UEFA Nations League tonight. Sportsmails IEUAN IVETT will provide live Nations League coverage including score, lineups and updates.
Newcastle wanted to borrow Holding and add him to their influx of new faces ahead of the upcoming campaign.The two clubs held talks with Arsenal manager Arteta.
The Chelsea head coach admits he regrets getting in a verbal scrap with Jurgen Klopps coaching staff earlier this year and will put the situation to bed when the Blues play Liverpool this season.
TOM COLLOMOSSE The Dane, who hopes to inspire his country to victory over England in the Nations League on Tuesday, had hoped to have been helping Inter overhaul Juventus.
Dawid Malan can make the transition from fringe player to T20 fulcrum on Tuesday as England seek to protect their new status as the worlds No 1 team with a rejigged top order against Australia.
All 20 Premier League clubs are set to approve plans to allow all top-flight matches to be shown live on TV this season until at least October 1, according to reports.
Dawid Malan can make the transition from fringe player to T20 fulcrum on Tuesday as England seek to protect their new status as the worlds No 1 team with a rejigged top order against Australia.
The 26-year-old winger arrives at St James Park on a free transfer and has signed a five-year deal following the expiry of his Cherries contract.
The transfer window is well underway, with deals coming thick and fast as clubs look to bolster their squads ahead of the new season - which is just over a week away.
The 28-year-old Bournemouth striker, who signed a four-year deal on Monday to complete a move which is understood to have cost Newcastle in the region of £20million, consulted Alan Shearer.
The 30-year-old midfielder, who is under contract at Stamford Bridge until June 2022, has been surplus to requirements at Chelsea for a number of seasons now and is set for the exit once again this summer.
Villa manager Dean Smith has made an inquiry for Brewster, who massively impressed on loan with Swansea last season in the Championship. Liverpool want around £20million for Brewster.
In addition to the $250,000 (£190,000) he was stripped in prize money for reaching the last-16, world No 1 Novak Djokovic was punished further with a $10,000 fine for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The Blues have been heavily linked with a move for Mendy, with a transfer being driven by ex-Chelsea keeper and technical advisor Petr Cech. A £14m bid was rejected last week.
Manchester United midfielder Dylan Levitt is in talks over a loan move to Charlton Athletic. The highly-rated 19-year-old was handed his full Wales debut last week.
Lionel Messi gave up his fight to leave Barcelona for Manchester City, breaking his silence to reveal that he would stay put because he did not want to have a court battle with the club over his release clause.
The US Open line judge hit in the throat with a ball by Novak Djokovic has been subjected to vile online abuse after fans of the world No 1 discovered her Instagram account.
Messi was pictured arriving at Barcas Joan Gamper Ciutat Esportiva training HQ in his Mercedes on Monday, and his expression did not suggest that he was happy to be there.
While former England international Sinclair did say the young pair must learn and be better, the 47-year-old started his tweet on Monday by insisting boys will be boys.
Both players made their senior debuts for the Three Lions against Iceland, but have now been sent home after breaking strict COVID-19 protocols on Sunday.
The Stamford Bridge club have spent more than £200million on major signings Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner, Ben Chilwell, Thiago Silva and Kai Havertz, and could bring in more new faces.
The 21-year-old playmaker sealed an £89million move to west London earlier this month from Bayer Leverkusen and is expected to play an integral role in the new-look team next season.
Southgate revealed that both Greenwood and Foden have apologised for their actions but decided the would not travel with the rest of the England squad to Copenhagen on Monday evening.
Novak Djokovics disqualification from the US Open has sent shockwaves through the tennis world - and it may well have sent shockwaves through the rest of the mens singles draw too.
The Real Madrid playmaker is set to join the Toffees on a three-year deal, reuniting him with manager Carlo Ancelotti, with the fee reported to be around the £20m mark for the Colombian.
The 59-year-old, who retired from officiating in 2013, didnt hold back in his assessment of his former colleagues, as he pointed out what each man could improve on in an article for The Sun.
Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu is wanted on loan at Sheffield United. The 19-year-old is at a crucial stage of his career where he needs to play more regular, competitive football.
Georginio Wijnaldum has played an integral part in Jurgen Klopps revolution at Liverpool. However his contract expires next summer and Barcelona are keen to sign the Dutchman.
Novak Djokovics disqualification from the US Open has sent shockwaves through the tennis world - and it may well have sent shockwaves through the rest of the mens singles draw too.
So far this summer, Manchester United have only signed midfielder Donny van de Beek from Ajax. They are reportedly hopeful though of securing three more players before the transfer deadline day.
The Germans stock is at an all-time high after leading the Reds to the Premier League title and he will work with the famous organisation by representing them and providing his insight.
The striker finalised the terms of the transfer on Monday morning and will now meet his new team-mates ahead of Saturdays Premier League opener at West Ham.
During Saturdays first stage in the Pyrenees mountains, many fans without masks did not respect the two-meter distance required by organisers as they cheered on the riders.
Barcelona have unveiled their new design for the upcoming season - a striking pink strip - and posted a photo of Messi wearing it, simply writing the players name and an emoji of a goat.
Patrice Evra returned to Old Trafford for the 2020 Soccer Aid match and left Lee Mack for dead after playing the ball through his legs for a marvellous nutmeg. Fans were quick to respond on Twitter.
Middlesbrough are prepared to sell goalkeeper Aynsley Pears with one year remaining on the 22-year-olds contract, Sportsmail understands.
Silva, 35, signed a one-year deal with the Blues last month after his contract at Paris Saint-Germain expired, allowing the defender to leave the Champions League runners-up on a free.
Jos Buttler will miss Englands final Twenty20 against Australia on Tuesday after requesting time off to be with his family.
Both players will now undergo a period of self-isolation and the club confirmed that neither players are showing any symptoms of the virus. City face Wolves in the Premier League on September 21.
The clip, which sees Djokovic hit out at a reporter who confronted him, has come back to haunt the World No 1 after he was disqualified from the US Open for smashing a ball at a line judge.
The club unveiled a bizarre new third kit for the 2020-21 season with red and blue stripes as the club used the hashtag ItsaChelseaThing, with Crystal Palace far from impressed.
Rose struggled for game time under the Portuguese boss following his arrival in November - starting just one Premier League game against Liverpool - and joined Newcastle on loan in January.
Both players will now undergo a period of self-isolation and the club confirmed that neither players are showing any symptoms of the virus. City face Wolves in the Premier League on September 21.
A week before the new Premier League season, the Hammers back-line looked all at sea on occasions as the Cherries made a mockery of their defence to score five times at the London Stadium.
Iron Mike rocked the world of boxing during lockdown by announcing that he would return to the ring at the age of 54 for a bout against Roy Jones Jr on November 28.
Iron Mike rocked the world of boxing during lockdown by announcing that he would return to the ring at the age of 54 for a bout against Roy Jones Jr on November 28.
Gareth Bale hit out at Real Madrid in a recorded interview, for making it very difficult for him leave to leave the club, and admitted he would consider a return to the Premier League.
Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman wants to keep Philippe Coutinho. The Catalan giants will only consider selling Coutinho if a club offers a substantial fee to take the midfielder on permanently.
Whether youre one of the worlds greatest players or not, you still have to abide by the rules and Ronaldo looked surprised when a health official approached him, but he duly obliged and wore the mask.
The 28-year-old has fallen out of favour in west London and the club are actively attempting to ship him out again in the current window. Sky Sport Italia report Atalanta are interested.
Van de Beek was closely linked with a move to the Bernabeu, with a deal reportedly agreed before the pandemic. but his youth coach Ruben Jongkind believes United was the right decision.
The Nigerian-born defensive end is a fan-favourite at the Carolina Panthers and was praised by new head coach Matt Rhule in training camp after gaining 10lbs.
The promising full-back duo, sealed their switches on Sunday, after completing medicals and agreeing long-term deals, leaving the Blades poised to announce their arrivals for a combined £11m.
The transfer window is well underway, with deals coming thick and fast as clubs look to bolster their squads ahead of the new season - which is just over a week away.
The clip, which sees Djokovic hit out at a reporter who confronted him, has come back to haunt the World No 1 after he was disqualified from the US Open for smashing a ball at a line judge.
The clip, which sees Djokovic hit out at a reporter who confronted him, has come back to haunt the World No 1 after he was disqualified from the US Open for smashing a ball at a line judge.
McEnroe says Djokovic caved in under pressure from the game as well as a turbulent year that has seen the star come under fire for staging his failed Adria Tour that saw three stars pick up coronavirus.
McEnroe says Djokovic caved in under pressure from the game as well as a turbulent year that has seen the star come under fire for staging his failed Adria Tour that saw three stars pick up coronavirus.
The Nigerian-born defensive end is a fan-favourite at the Carolina Panthers and was praised by new head coach Matt Rhule in training camp after gaining 10lbs.
The Ligue 1 champions fell short in the Champions League final last month in a 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in Lisbon. Mbappe believes they need new recruits to go one step further next season.
Nick Kyrgios wasted no time at all in taking to social media to make his opinion known following Novak Djokovics horror show at the US Open as the world No 1 was disqualified on Sunday.
Olivier Giroud insists new Chelsea signing Timo Werner does not have the same profile as him, and the Frenchman remains confident he can feature in the first XI this season.
Three and a half years after making his debut, the 25-year-old made his first Three Lions start in Saturdays unconvincing 1-0 Nations League win in Reykjavik.
He will instead start on Monday a full 11 shots short of runaway leader Dustin Johnson after the Northern Irishman only managed a level-par 70 in a third round hindered by wayward driving.
After laying low following his ugly summer ordeal on the Greek island of Mykonos, Harry Maguire made his first outing by returning to the safety of Old Trafford to watch the annual Soccer Aid clash.
Nick Kyrgios wasted no time at all in taking to social media to make his opinion known following Novak Djokovics horror show at the US Open.
Messi stunned the world when he admitted he wanted to leave the Nou Camp on a free transfer, only for the LaLiga giants to insist clubs would have to trigger his £625million release clause to sign him.
AC Milan and Everton have also checked on 19-year-old Fofana who was outstanding last season though Leicester were looking to offer closer to £18m.
Evanilson, has also been watched by Liverpool and Manchester City, is open to the move but Fluminense would like him to stay until the end of the Brazilian season.
An offer worth up to £27million has been lodged and talks are ongoing. Moyes wants to strengthen his defence rather than move for another forward such as Said Benrahma.
Eddie Nketiahs home gym has acted as the driving force behind muscling a way into the Arsenal team - and on the verge of breaking an England record.
The Red Devils did not want to pay Leverkusens asking price and decided to try and sign Sancho from Borussia Dortmund as an alternative. But Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side did not pay up.
As reported by goal , Martinez is at the top of Barcelonas wishlist as they look to bring in a new striker. Martinez has scored 30 goals in 84 appearances for Inter.
The England boss will finalise his plans for the clash in Copenhagen over the next 24 hours but right back Kyle Walkers sending off against Iceland enforces at least one change.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Mondays meetings at Perth, Leicester, Lingfield and WIndsor.
SPECIAL REPORT BY RIATH AL-SAMARRAI With many questions unanswered and scandals mounting, we investigate just how badly British athletes are faring ahead of the Tokyo games.
Newcastle United have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Ryan Fraser, with the former Bournemouth winger set to undergo a medical on Monday.
Newcastle United have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Ryan Fraser, with the former Bournemouth winger set to undergo a medical on Monday.
CHRIS SUTTON - ANALYSIS Teams can try to stifle you, as Iceland did on Saturday evening, and thats when you need someone who can unlock doors. Jack Grealish is of that ilk in this squad.
The Manchester City defender admitted after the 1-0 win in Iceland that he feared for his future in the squad. He was as distraught as Southgate was angry after he was shown a second yellow.
That has not always been the case. The national teams reliance on Kane is inescapable. Since the start of the 2018 World Cup, the Tottenham striker has scored 19 of Englands 61 goals.
The England boss will finalise his plans for the clash in Copenhagen over the next 24 hours but right back Kyle Walkers sending off against Iceland enforces at least one change.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES The Premier Leagues determination to get the congested games completed is such that clubs have been told postponement requests will be rejected.
Kim Little gave the hosts the lead when she showed good technique to volley home from 15 yards out from Leah Williamsons chipped cross. Dutch countrywoman Vivianne Miedema scored.
JONATHAN McEVOY IN MONZA Failing health prevented the 78-year-old boss of his eponymous team from travelling on Sunday, but his deputy and daughter waved the cars out of the garage.
CHRIS FOY - WORLD OF RUGBY There is no need for a witch-hunt, or mob outrage, or frenzied calls for an example to be made of Owen Farrell. But the laws must be applied and punishment appropriate.
The annual charity fundraiser sees former players and prominent celebrities join forces in an 11-a-side match which is hosted in conjunction with UNICEF. Follow all the action as it happens here.
Ilkay Gundogan gave Joachim Loews side the perfect start when he scored in the 14th minute but Silvan Widmer earned the Swiss a deserved draw with an equaliser just before the hour.
The Russian billionaire owner may have been conspicuous by his absence in west London over the past two years, but his commitment to the club has never been clearer.
After laying low following his ugly summer ordeal on the Greek island of Mykonos, Harry Maguire made his first outing by returning to the safety of Old Trafford to watch the annual Soccer Aid clash.
The world number one, massive favourite for the tournament, was slung out after lengthy deliberations with tournament officials while playing his fourth round against Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta.
SPAIN 3-0 UKRAINE Ansu Fati became Spains youngest ever goalscorer as he helped his side beat Ukraine 3-0. Fati, aged 17 years and 311 days, scored with a superb strike.
Novak Djokovic has been disqualified from the US Open for accidentally hitting a ball at a line judge in his round of 16 tie against Pablo Carreno Busta.
There are only 12 players who have been fortunate enough to share the same jersey as both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. However, Luis Suarez could become the 13th should he sign for Juve.
LAWRENCE BOOTH AT THE AGEAS BOWL Buttler struck an unbeaten 77 off 54 deliveries to seal a series victory with seven balls to spare. He admitted he has really missed T20 cricket.
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he Germany international was ostracised from the Arsenal squad following the resumption of the 2019-20 Premier League campaign and it looked unlikely he would be given a second chance.
Despite proving his racing prowess as he battled from the back of the pack to finish inside the points, Hamilton had a race to forget in Monza as Pierre Gasly in the AlphaTauri won his first Grand Prix.
Anthony Joshuas team have come out fighting after the heavyweight superstar was linked to the wife of Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez, denying he has ever met her.
Fabre would be asking Persian King to step up to a mile and a half from Sundays race distance of a mile if Persian King pitches up against Enable and Love in the Arc on October 4.
CRAIG HOPE Substitute Fredrik Jensen scored within seconds of coming on as Finland beat Republic of Ireland 1-0. Stephen Kenny has taken one point from his first two games as Ireland boss.
The Manchester United legend retired as Red Devils boss in May 2013 after 27 years at the helm having won 38 trophies including two Champions League titles. The film shows Sir Alex, 78.
Ivan Rakitic has gone back to Sevilla for just £1.3m after bidding farewell to the club for £18m in 2014. Here, Sportsmail looks at other stars who made the decision to return to an old club and how they fared.
JONATHAN McEVOY AT MONZA Pierre Gasly wrote the tale of the unexpected by winning a topsy-turvy Italian Grand Prix. The Frenchman emerged from the eventful race.
The 31-year-old left-back, who featured and helped Lyon reach the 2019/20 Champions League semi-final, has signed a two-year deal at Molineux.
The annual charity fundraiser sees former players and prominent celebrities join forces in an 11-a-side match which is hosted in conjunction with UNICEF. Follow all the action as it happens here.
An unusual statistic attaching itself to this unusual US Open is that three of the women who made it through to the last sixteen are mothers.
JACK GAUGHAN This was a statement performance by Manchester United, and one that might indicate that the WSL is ready for another club at its top table.
It looked like being another one of those afternoons in favour of Hamilton, who was destined to win the Italian GP only for circumstances largely out of his control to turn his weekend upside down.
All twenty clubs will hold talks this week to decide whether to continue screening all of their games while fans remain banned from attending stadiums due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The wicketkeeper had looked in top form during Fridays first encounter between the sides and followed it up with his highest score in the sprint format for England.
Lewis Hamilton looked on course to secure another win but he was penalised for entering the pit lane when it was closed. That enabled Gasly to secure an incredible victory for AlphaTauri.
The transfer window is well underway, with deals coming thick and fast as clubs look to bolster their squads ahead of the new season - which is just over a week away.
The former Tottenham midfielder says the Danish players want to support the anti-racism protests after revealing the English FA asked them to back the Black Lives Matter campaign.
Deontay Wilders reign as WBC heavyweight champion was brought to a dramatic end when he was stopped by Tyson Fury in their second bout held in Las Vegas in February.
Primoz Roglic took command of the Tour de France despite narrowly losing out to fellow Slovenian Tadej Pogacar on the ninth stage as Briton Adam Yatess limits were exposed on Sunday.
Mason Mounts father has rubbished reports in Germany that his son is unhappy with the arrival of Kai Havertz at Chelsea. He responded to a tweet with 36 crying with laughter emojis.
The Gloucester vs Northamptonshire match in the Bob Willis trophy on Sunday was suspended at lunch because a positive coronavirus case was detected in the middle of the match.
TOM COLLOMOSSE It appeared Ryan Giggs men would be left frustrated in Cardiff when David Brooks struck the woodwork, but the Liverpool full back proved the unlikely hero.
Englands one-day captain suffered a gruesome finger injury during his sides T20 clash against Australia in Southampton - but miraculously recovered quickly to carry on playing at the Ageas Bowl.
Arjen Robben found the net during Groningens friendly against Arminia Bielefeld on Sunday afternoon after he pulled on the green and white shirt for the first time since April 28, 2002.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has slammed Sweden manager Janne Andersson for dropping Dejan Kulusevski for the UEFA Nations League defeat to France on Saturday.
Sheffield United are finalising the £11million double signing of Derby County full backs Jayden Bogle and Max Lowe. Chris Wilder will also bring in Scotland forward Oliver Burke
The second and third rounds of the Carabao Cup have been drawn on Sunday afternoon. Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea will face off against lower league opposition.
Mercedes driver Hamilton, as well as Ferraris Sebastian Vettel, were late to the anti-racism message before the start of the race. Sportsmail have contacted Mercedes for comment.
BRENTFORD 1-1- WYCOMBE (4-2 penalties) Brentford won the first game in their brand-new stadium thanks to a penalty shootout victory over Wycombe Wanderers.
Whether youre one of the worlds greatest players or not, you still have to abide by the rules and Ronaldo looked surprised when a health official approached him, but he duly obliged and wore the mask.
The transfer window is well underway, with deals coming thick and fast as clubs look to bolster their squads ahead of the new season - which is just over a week away.
Ronald Koeman is believed to be very keen in signing Memphis Depay, who he knows well from his time as the Dutch national manager. Depay would be a replacement for Luis Suarez.
The Italian GP is meant to be the showpiece event for Ferrari but it looks set to be the Lewis Hamilton show with the championship leader looking unstoppable in his Mercedes.
PSG are expecting a £89.1m loss in revenue next season due to games behind closed doors. To balance that out, they are looking to sell Julian Draxler and Idrissa Gueye to raise at least £54m.
The Burton academy graduate received a call up for the England U17s in February and has also featured in several pre-season clashes before his switch to west London.
The west London clubs new 17,250-capacity stadium in west London welcomed its first competitive game for the Bees Carabao Cup first round tie against Wycombe Wanderers.
Allan watched from the stands as Everton beat Preston 2-0 in their final warm-up game before the new campaign. The 29-year-old worked with Ancelotti at Napoli and cost £25m.
Spurs fans praised Son Heung-Min after he produced a stunning goal-line clearance to prevent Watfords Marc Navarro from scoring in their final match of pre-season on Saturday afternoon.
Sportsmail revealed on Sunday that the Magpies have agreed a £20m fee for Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson - but Bruce is still keen to strengthen and is keeping tabs on Nketiah and Brewster.
The 25-year-old has also been the subject of a £30million bid from Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal are understood to recognise that any substantial fee will allow them to reinvest.
Roy Keane clashed with Ian Wright on ITV whilst discussing James Ward-Prowses sly tactics to cause Icelands Birkir Bjarnason to miss a late penalty in the loss to England on Saturday.
The transfer window is well underway, with deals coming thick and fast as clubs look to bolster their squads ahead of the new season - which is just over a week away.
Chelsea and Tottenham share hostility as local rivals and Roman Abramovich who bought the Blues in 2003, continues to make sure that rivalry is kept alive today.
The team will take on the new name and also have a new team colour scheme with the yellow and black being scrapped for a red, white and blue set-up synonymous with the French flag.
Barca, where Thiago came through the famed youth system at before leaving in 2013, are keeping an eye on the Spaniards situation yet new boss Koeman is more keen on Wijnaldum.
Having followed in the footsteps of his father Paolo and grandfather Cesare in representing AC Milan, Daniel Maldini scored his first senior goal for the club during their 4-1 friendly win over Monza.
Mason Mount is reportedly unhappy with the arrival of Kai Havertz at Chelsea which is set to reduce his game time at Stamford Bridge. Havertz joined from Bayer Leverkusen for £89million this week.
Newcastle are interested in signing Takehiro Tomiyasu as a potential replacement for DeAndre Yedlin, who may leave this summer. While David Moyes is looking to sure up his defensive options.
The 20-year-old has been identified as Manchester Uniteds No 1 transfer target this summer, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer eager to bring the youngster in to bolster his attacking ranks.
Barcelona have long-seen Lautaro Martinez as the suitable replacement to Luis Suarez. However their attention has switched with Inter Milan unwilling to budge on their value of the striker.
Bruno Fernandes had to hurry across Porto on Saturday night after his wife Ana gave birth to his second child just hours after he finished playing for Portugal against Croatia.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY Inter viewed their original swoop as a solid market opportunity. This viewpoint has not been shared by Conte, however, who is open to cutting his losses.
Alvaro Morata spent two seasons at Juventus where he won two league titles. The Spaniard played with new Bianconeri boss Andrea Pirlo during the Italians final year at the club.
The Anfield giants have bought in just one player ahead of the defence of their first title in three decades kicking off next week - and Souness believes Thiago Alcantara would be a perfect signing.
EXCLUSIVE BY CRAIG HOPE Aston Villa - who offered £21m on Saturday - have withdrawn their interest as Newcastle is Wilsons preferred club. He will finalise terms in the coming days.
Messi announced that he would be staying in Catalonia this season in a bid to avoid legal action with the club over the eligibility of a clause in his contract that would let him leave for free.
Thiago Alcantara has played down rumours he is leaving Bayern this summer, thereby putting a Premier League move into serious doubt. He has been linked with Liverpool and Manchester United.
David Moyes has issued a rallying cry to West Ham fans ahead of the new season, pledging to give them a team they can be proud of. But pre-season has not gone smoothly so far.
The transfer window is well underway, with deals coming thick and fast as clubs look to bolster their squads ahead of the new season - which is just over a week away.
Peacock aims to raise £10,000 for Burrow, whose plight since he was diagnosed has reverberated far beyond rugby league with a fund set up to support him approaching £350,000.
Chelsea do not want to lose the striker next season on a free transfer and so are set to offer Batshuayi a new deal - including a £15,000 pay-rise to £100,000-a-week - and then ship him out.
INTERVIEW BY JAMES SHARPE In a team full of future household names, theres still one who stands out mainly because he doesnt. Whos that skinny ginger kid stuck on the end of the back row?
Rafiq, whose claims of institutional racism at Yorkshire have led to the launch of an independent inquiry at Headingley over recent years, came under fire from Yorkshire South League chair Roger Pugh.
The Hammers head coach wanted to keep their prospect according to The Sun but the club instead sold their talented prospect to relegation rivals West Brom for £20million.
Ake was relegated from the Premier League with Bournemouth at the end of last season but still received praise for some of his individual performances.
Dustin Johnson went the last three hours over 13 holes without hitting from the fairway and still managed to hang on to the lead Saturday after two rounds at the Tour Championship.
The pursuit of Mendy has been masterminded by Chelseas technical director Petr Cech, the former club goalkeeper and legend who played for Rennes before his move to Stamford Bridge in 2004.
Highly-rated centre-back Gvardiol, 18, has been watched by Manchester City and Bayern Munich in recent months and can also play at left-back.
Recently-appointed Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman, who managed Wijnaldum when in charge of the Dutch national team, is eager to work with the 29-year-old again.
Wales are unbeaten in their last seven games and have won three in a row with Giggs blooding the next generation and securing results at the same time. Wales beat Finland on Thursday.
The Manchester City defender started his first game for his country in over a year but was shown a second yellow card following a reckless sliding tackle against Iceland in the Nations League.
NIK SIMON AT WELFORD ROAD For a moment, it felt just like old times. The opposition pack had been bullied, before the ball was shifted to Manu Tuilagi to score under the posts at the Mandela Park end.
DANNY MURPHY Raheem Sterling was a fitting match-winner. When Englands levels dropped in the second half, he was the player whose fitness stood out.
The British Championships that concluded in Manchester on Saturday were the final event of a broadcast deal worth more than £2million a year. While renegotiations are ongoing over a renewal.
Bellingham made the switch from Birmingham to the Bundesliga in a move worth £25m over the summer and is using every opportunity to make sure his language skills are up to scratch for the task.
Murray and Skupski were finalists at the Western & Southern Open last week on the same courts and defeared Brazils Marcelo Demoliner and Dutchman Matwe Middelkoop 6-3 6-2 on Friday
Griezmann had been promised the Messi role by new Barca boss Ronald Koeman had the Argentine legend left the Nou Camp but those plans are in tatters following Messis announcement on Friday.
JONATHAN MCEVOY AT MONZA Lewis Hamilton, laying the machismo of motor racing aside, has revealed his mental fragility even as he closes in on 91 victories.
SPECIAL REPORT BY ROB DRAPER, TIM RICH AND ARIEL CUKIERKORN IN BUENOS AIRES Kalvin Phillips wasnt entirely aware of the significance of the gift.
EXCLUSIVE BY NIK SIMON Greg Bateman, Kyle Eastmond, Noel Reid, Manu Tuilagi and Telusa Veainu had their contracts terminated by in July after refusing to accept a 25% pay cut.
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD Weve all seen Owen Farrells tackle on Charlie Atkinson by now and there is no question that he is looking at a ban. Its just a matter of how long.
IAN HERBERT Premier League players have left a decision on the sensitive issue until just days before the new season, with club captains prepared to discuss the issue this week.
OLIVER HOLT CHIEF SPORTSWRITER - It is three years since Bill Turnbull was diagnosed with incurable prostate cancer. He shows, beyond all doubt, it is faith which keeps fans devoted.
Derby boss Phillip Cocu said Bogle had a minor injury but did not refute the idea they might be on their way out of Pride Park to generate funds to sign attacking players.
DANNY MURPHY - I think either Jurgen Klopp or Pep Guardiola will be champions again in May but I believe the latest twist in Lionel Messis on-off move to City swings the advantage back to Anfield.
As Englands top flight prepares to grace our screens once more, Sportsmails DANNY MURPHY highlights the seven players you must keep your eyes on this season...
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY OLIVER HOLT - He will be 72 later this year, drives a nice sports car and has a lovely home in Cornwall where he walks the dogs, but Neil Warnock just cannot leave football.
The former Champions League winner with Liverpool says that signing Sancho is crucial if United wish to close the gap on Liverpool and Manchester City and move closer to challenging for the title.
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EXCLUSIVE BY NIK SIMON Sky Sportss long-term deal for Englands November internationals is up for renewal and The Mail on Sunday understands Amazon has registered an interest.
Joao Cancelo scored a fantastic goal as Portugal kicked off their Nations League with an emphatic 4-1 home hictory over Croatia on Saturday.
Here, recap Sportsmails Ieuan Ivetts coverage from Denmark vs Belgium, Portugal vs Croatia and Sweden vs France as they all kicked off their Nations League campaigns.
DENMARK 0-2 BELGIUM Jason Denayer and Dries Mertens scored as Belgium beat Denmark 2-0 in Englands Nations League group.
Kylian Mbappe scored the only goal as France scraped past Sweden 1-0 in their opening Nations League match. Mbappe struck in the first half from a tight angle past Swedens Robin Olsen.
Mason Holgate, the promising Everton central defender, was hurt in a collision during the first half of his sides 2-0 win over Preston and ended up limping off.
Williams was outplayed by American compatriot Sloane Stephens in the first set but eventually powered through at the Arthur Ashe Stadium to win 2-6 6-2 6-2.
Mason Holgate, the promising Everton central defender, was hurt in a collision during the first half of his sides 2-0 win over Preston and ended up limping off.
The former Arsenal womens star said clubs, players and staff should continue their displays against discrimination after a year that has seen the world of sport play a huge part in bringing awareness.
The Manchester City youngster played his part in the Three Lions 1-0 victory over Iceland in their UEFA Nations League match. And 20-year-old Foden was not feeling the pressure on his debut.
The Three Lions dominated possession but struggled to create many clear cut chances as they found it difficult to break down a resilient Iceland side.
According to the Telegraph Spurs hope to find out in the early part of next week whether they will be allowed to open up White Hart Lane to around 4,000 fans.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is giving the youngster a chance to prove himself as he continues to rebuild his Red Devils group this summer after finishing third in the Premier League last season.
England laboured in Reykjavik but sealed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Iceland in the Nations League thanks to Raheem Sterlings late penalty.
Late drama bubbled over during Englands clash away to Iceland, after two last-gasp penalty kicks at either end providing a hero and villain scenario, with Raheem Sterling coming out on top for England.
Six years, 13 trophies and 198 goals later, the Uruguayans spell at the Camp Nou is all but over. But just how did Barcelonas third-highest goalscorer ever find himself on the scrapheap?
ROB DRAPER Since November, Gareth Southgate has sat on his hands and reflected on what might have been had Euro 2020 have taken place and had there been no global pandemic.
Kai Havertz has been training with his new Chelsea team-mates for the first time after sealing a record £89million move from Bayer Leverkusen on Friday.
Here, Sportsmails IEUAN IVETT will provide all the updates as another night of Nations League action unfolds with Belgium, Portugal and France all beginning their campaigns.
James Vaughan had given the Sky Bet League Two side the lead just after the hour, but Lloyd Kerry soon equalised. With no further goals, the tie went to the lottery of a shoot-out.
The Toffees winger was given the ball in the six-yard box with the goal gaping but somehow managed to kick the ball behind him. Bolasie saw the funny side after the match
WILL KELLEHER AT THE STOOP Typical sport - just when you want to be uplifted it ruins your day. 2,700 fans would have trudged home £50 lighter as their side will not make the Premiership playoffs.
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has slammed Alexis Sanchez after the forward revealed he wanted to leave Manchester United after his first training session.
Silva had a £112million buy out clause in his Porto contract, but the Portuguese giants have been forced to consider substantially lower offers following the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
West Ham suffered an embarrassing defeat as their pre-season preparations come to an end against relegated Bournemouth at the London Stadium.
Frankie Dettoris mount missed a beat at the start but was in front after a furlong and sprinted away in the final two furlong in the style expected of a 1-14 favourite.
The programme has gained popularity due to regular on-screen gaffes, Chris Kamaras comedic moments at games and general good-natured debate of the hottest football topics.
Despite going two goals down and having several big names missing due to international duty, Jurgen Klopps side surged into life to pull off a demolition comeback, with a goal for teen star Harvey Elliott.
Bell will perhaps be best remembered by England fans for being part of the side which reclaimed the Ashes in 2005 but he would lift the urn on four further occasions.
The versatile Ampadu was outstanding in central defence as Wales opened their Nations League campaign with a 1-0 win in Finland on Thursday.
Rumours have been rife that Lesnar, 43, could make a return to the sport after his contract with WWE expired, as Jon Jones called out the fan-favourite for a tantalising matchup.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN Barcelona have stumbled from one crisis to another recently. Sportsmail looks at the latest legal tangle to threaten to entwine the club after corruption allegation was made.
Sergio Rico joins PSG after a loan spell at the French champions last season. He made ten appearances including on their Champions League run where they lost in the final.
ADAM HATHAWAY AT THE ALLIANZ PARK Owen Farrell is set to miss the biggest match of Saracens season after being red-carded for a high tackle an hour into a humbling defeat.
The future of Lionel Messi captured imagination of fans and media across the world and Enrique, who managed Barcelona from 2014-17, was no exception as he spoke on it before Spain faced Ukraine.
Will Hughes has become a surprise transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports. The Watford man scored just one Premier League goal as the Hornets were relegated last season.
Oliver Burke is not required at the Hawthorns having spent last year on loan in Spain. Callum Robinson meanwhile impressed on loan at the Hawthorns last season.
Barcelona want to replace Luis Suarez with Lyon forward Memphis Depay, according to reports. The 26-year-old has been on top form for the Ligue 1 side and Champions League semi-finalists.
England will be targeting a strong start to their Nations League campaign against Iceland this evening, and a host of uncapped players may also feature. Follow the action live with Sportsmail.
JONATHAN MCEVOY IN MONZA He buzzed around the 11 corners of the 3.54-mile track at an average speed of 164.267mph, beating the previous best of Kimi Raikkonen two years ago.
The 18-year-old striker had a £112million buy out clause to reflect his talent but the Portuguese giants have been forced to consider substantially lower offers following he covid pandemic.
The Uruguayan forward has been asked by new Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman to train on his own as he prepares to leave the LaLiga club for Juventus in a deal worth around £9million-a-year.
Around 3,500 people were expected for the return of crowds to the Rugby Premiership. Strict measures over social distancing are in place with spectators given times to arrive and leave.
His involvement in the squad for the Nations League double header against Iceland and Denmark is the first time he has been selected for Gareth Southgates senior group.
World Superbike riders Sylvain Barrier and Michael Van Der Mark were involved in a shocking argument during the middle of a qualifying race in Aragon, Spain on Saturday.
Portugal boss Fernando Santos was downbeat when asked about the health of his best players foot ahead of a Nations League double-header against Croatia and Sweden.
The combative 33-year-old was told to find a new club by Ronald Koeman after his arrival this summer - and the Nou Camp giants are even willing to rip up his deal and allow him to leave a year early.
The leaked images appear to show that a black and white striped design will be run across the entire strip - including shorts and socks. Fans have ridiculed the images dubbed as the zebra design.
Rose struggled for game time under the Portuguese boss following his arrival in November - starting just one Premier League game against Liverpool - and joined Newcastle on loan in January.
The midfielder was backed to become a superstar for United after some starring performances as Arsenals talisman, but he was often singled out by pundits as he failed to recapture his best form.
Sir Alex Ferguson had already set a deal in motion to sign Thiago - then at Barcelona - but Moyes reportedly pulled the plug because he did not know enough about the Spanish midfielder.
Sportsmails Ollie Lewis will provide live Formula One coverage of the qualifier at Monza including fastest laps, crashes, pit stops and more. Qualifying will begin at 2pm.
SIMON JONES Hutchinson, who started his career at Chelsea, was popular with supporters at Wednesday where he enjoyed a six year spell, but was not offered a new deal by Garry Monk.
After the Greek national team confirmed one player on international duty had tested positive for Covid-19 after testing by UEFA, Sport24 went on to name Kostas Tsimikas as the player in question.
Chris Jordan has backed Jofra Archer to bowl even faster after England unsettled Australias batsmen with raw pace during Friday nights thrilling T20 heist in Southampton.
After making it known that he wanted to leave, Messi revealed on Friday that he had decided to stay at Barcelona, despite sharing his unhappiness with the current situation under Josep Bartomeu.
The Czech FA revealed on Friday that they had pulled out of the encounter due to the current situation with Covid-19 but had not informed the opposition about their bombshell decision.
Mike Tyson admitted he enjoyed boxing so much as a youngster that he sometimes got erections while fighting. The American boxing legend will return to the ring later this year.
Having already smashed their transfer record this summer to get Rodrigo from Valencia for £35million, Sport report that the Yorkshire club now want Barcelona academy graduate Rafinha.
The Magpies made an offer totalling £20m but Villa - who saw a £15m bid rejected on Friday - have returned with an improved package. We understand Wilsons preference is to move to St James Park.
Former Manchester City and Barcelona midfielder Yaya Toure has apologised for an inappropriate joke which resulted in him reportedly being dropped from this weekends Soccer Aid charity game.
Dana Whites intervention managed to cause a wave with United States President Donald Trump as he took to Twitter to call on officials in Iran to spare this young mans life by reversing the verdict.
The French World Cup winner currently has a deal at United until next summer, and though there is an option to extend that by a year to 2022, Pogba is reportedly eyeing a Pirlo reunion for next year.
SIMON JONES The 22-year old saw a move to Liverpool fall through this summer and had interest from Crystal Palace and Leicester but is now expected to sign in a deal that will rise with add-ons.
The 31-year-olds torrid Arsenal spell came to an end late last month after his contract was terminated by mutual consent. He then headed back to Roma following his successful loan stint.
Everton have completed the signing of Napoli midfielder Allan for a £21million fee. The 29-year-old has signed a three-year deal ahead of the new Premier League season next week.
As England prepare for their Nations League clash in Iceland on Saturday, we look at the winners and losers from Gareth Southgates squad since their last game 10 months ago.
Paul Merson has slammed Manchester Uniteds decision to sign Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, branding the Red Devils new Dutch midfield maestro as a panic buy by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Episodes four to six of Amazon Primes All or Nothing Tottenham Hotspur are released this weekend as Spurs 2019-20 season moves into the festive period and New Year.
Filmed by assistant manager Mike Phelan, Solskjaer is seen receiving a ball on his right foot, taking another touch beyond a mannequin marker before striking into the top corner.
Steve Bruce and the board at St James Park are keen to strengthen the first-team squad this summer, and the highly-rated 22-year-old Brazilian would fill a gaping hole in defence.
Sky Sports Italia claim Juventus may move for ex-Paris Saint-Germain star Cavani, who allowed his contract in the French capital to run down, to add more experience to their frontline.
The Argentina mens rugby team have been rocked by six new coronavirus cases in their team putting the four-nation Rugby Championship with New Zealand, South Africa and Australia in serious doubt.
Watford captain Troy Deeney has become increasingly irritated by suggestions that he is tough to be around and a bad trainer and both claims were debunked by the English striker.
The venue, which is situated on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, was used to host UFC 251 in July, where Kamaru Usman defeated late replacement Jorge Masvidal in their welterweight title bout.
England were outsiders with 34 needed off 28 balls and six wickets in hand, but Jordan conceded just four from the penultimate over to leave 15 needed off Currans last six balls and they went for just 12.
The 27-year-old Ghanaian international Partey is Arsenal manager Mikel Artetas top transfer target this summer, and can leave his current club if his £44million release clause is triggered.
The 21-year-old finally completed a sensational £89m move to the Blues on Friday, after months of speculation about a transfer, and becomes the clubs sixth major signing this summer.
Watford striker Troy Deeney believes he has unfinished business in the Premier League, with the 32-year-old insisting he still has the quality to lead a top-flight attack.
New Man City signing Ferran Torres made his national debut and featured for the whole match as Spain kicked off their Nations League campaign with a 1-1 draw with Germany.
David Webb, who has held prominent recruitment roles, explains the hours deciphering statistics, hours watching footage, hours on the road, hours with the financials.
The Czech Republic on Friday night dramatically claimed they had pulled the plug on Mondays Nations League clash with Scotland in Olomouc due to the coronavirus crisis.
The forward is yet to win a major trophy in his career and believes Euro 2020 - postponed until 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic - represents a real opportunity to claim silverware.
McIlroy, who celebrated becoming a father for the first time with the birth of daughter Poppy on Monday, started the week seven shots off the lead under the controversial handicap system.
With the Scottish Government poised to give the green light to test events for the return of fans to SPFL grounds next weekend, Clarke appealed for to ease restrictions before the play-off.
Axed football pundit Matt Le Tissier caused outrage on social media after appearing to liken a man resisting wearing a face mask to holocaust victim Anne Franks struggle to survive Nazi Germany.
The Italian media widely expected experienced Juventus defender Chiellini to start in the Nations League game in Florence. However, Lazios Francesco Acerbi started instead
Exeter celebrated their 10-year anniversary in the Premiership by reinforcing their position of dominance at the top of the table - and condemning Northampton to a sixth consecutive home defeat.
After a light-hearted start to Amazons All or Nothing series documenting Tottenhams 2019-20 season, the latest batch of episodes offer us our best taste yet of gripping, unscripted drama.
JACK GAUGHAN A drastic breakthrough in negotiations is required if Englands Jadon Sancho is to finalise a move to Manchester United within the next month.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Saturdays meetings at Wolverhampton, Kempton, Stratford, Haydock and Ascot.
The new Womens Super League season starts on Saturday and it is difficult to see Chelsea giving up their crown after they were named champions in the truncated 2019-20 campaign.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Saturdays meetings at Wolverhampton, Kempton, Stratford, Haydock and Ascot.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA The Premier League new boys are keen to bring versatile defender Aina back to London to bolster their squad ahead of their top-flight return.
The coaches of Olympian Claudia Fragapane have been suspended by British Gymnastics pending an investigation. Helen Potter and Rory Weavers have received complaints about their conduct.
UK Athletics chief executive Joanna Coates has defended Christian Malcolms lack of experience - and insists the new head coach of the British team can be our Pep Guardiola.
PETE JENSON A lot had happened since Lionel Messi last spoke in public. On Friday he finally broke his silence. Sportsmail asked what we learned from his words.
MARTIN KEOWN We may see Gareth Southgate revert to the system that took England to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals. That could come against Denmark on Tuesday.
Steven Bergwijn scored his first international goal as the Netherlands beat Poland 1-0 Friday in their opening Nations League match in an empty Johan Cruyff Arena.
MATT HUGHES - AHEAD OF THE GAME Watford players are already speculating over the future of new boss Vladimir Ivic who has struggled to make allies within the dressing room.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW You can never forget, says Sigurdsson, as he reflects on Nice 2016 from his home in Copenhagen. It was that kind of a game. A great game, great memories.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Heartbreak is not an obvious topic on which to begin an in-depth chat with Micah Richards but it is the reason we are here.
No horse has won back-to-back runnings of the Haydock Park Sprint since Be Friendly in the 1960s, but HELLO YOUMZAIN (Haydock, 3.25) can write himself into the history books this afternoon.
EXCLUSIVE Sky Sports plan to audition pundits to find replacements for the sacked Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson on Soccer Saturday in the early weeks of the season.
Its Hot or Not time again as Sportsmails Riath Al-Samarrai reveals whats been making him feel warm and whats been leaving him cold this week.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Footballer grows up on tough London estate. Plays against the big boys and takes the hard knocks. Then uses the bruising initiation to make it as a professional.
EXCLUSIVE The FA Cup will continue to be broadcast live in China next season despite uncertainty over whether Premier League football will be available in its biggest overseas market.
He beat the clock and avenged the watch. Only Mo Farah can decide if thats a good return from his dealings with Haile Gebrselassie but at the very least he has the most recent laugh.
British fans will be unable to give Enable a final farewell in the flesh when she attempts to land an historic third Prix de LArc de Triomphe at Longchamp after a decision by authorities.
There was a time not long ago when second, third or fourth place - or even worse - was acceptable. Those days are gone for England. Hope has now been replaced by expectation.
It is understood Southgate is giving serious consideration to starting the 20-year-old midfielder as England start their UEFA Nations League campaign tomorrow in Iceland.
JONATHAN MCEVOY AT MONZA No fans at Monza might just suit Mattia Binotto. The Ferrari team principal is under such pressure that he wondered whether to resign.
PETE JENSON As defeats go, Lionel Messis failure to force a move to Manchester City will be almost as painful as Barcelonas 8-2 loss to Bayern Munich.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY WILL KELLEHER Eddie Jones may have build a creche at the next England camp after Anthony Watson became the latest to announce he is expecting a baby.
Azeem Rafiq has revealed that he filed a complaint with Yorkshire management three years ago amid fresh claims of both racist and insensitive behaviour towards him from those within the club.
Noble, who has played for the Hammers since 2004, was left gutted, angry and sad that the club decided to let Diangana leave on a permanent deal to Premier League rivals West Brom.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer vowed in January that Alexis Sanchez would return to Manchester United and prove you all wrong. He will certainly be regretting those bullish words now.
Here, re-live Sportsmails IEUAN IVETT coverage of Friday nights Nations League action as Holland claimed a 1-0 victory and the two home nations shared the points on their return.
ROMANIA 1-1 NORTHERN IRELAND Gavin Whyte scored a late equaliser with a header as ten-man Northern Ireland drew 1-1 with Romania in the Nations League.
The Italians dominated the game but fell behind to a second-half Edin Dzeko goal. The Italians were able to salvage a point however when Inter Milan midfielder Stefano Sensi netted ten minutes later.
Scotland began their Nations League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Israel on Friday night, ending a 10-month wait for international football.
LAWRENCE BOOTH AT AGEAS BOWL If it was Australias fast bowlers who shone during last summers Ashes draw, it was their spinners who stood out at the start of their white-ball tour.
The Spaniard produced some encouraging performances under the guidance of Mikel Arteta in the second half of last season and helped Arsenal to win the FA Cup.
PETE JENSON When Bale spoke to Sky Sports on Wales duty on Wednesday he appeared to confirm that his staying at Real Madrid is no longer about his desire to see out the two years left on his contract.
Evans resumed the rain-delayed clash against his French opponent in the hopes of easing into the next stage for the fourth time, but the tempestuous star was left ruing missed opportunities.
Luis Suarez is reportedly closing in on a move to Juventus this summer for a deal which could cost the Serie A champions just £4.4million. Sportsmail looks at where the forward will fit in at the Turin club...
Chelsea confirmed the signing of Bayer Leverkusen Kai Havertz on Friday night - but spelt the players name wrong in the transfer announcement. The Blues called him Kia like the car.
Strange things are happening at this US Open and among them last night was the abrupt collapse of Cam Norrie, who missed an excellent chance to make the last sixteen.
Chelsea have confirmed the arrival of Germany wonderkid Kai Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen. This is the high-water mark on an incredible window for Chelsea, which has seen six new arrivals.
JACK GAUGHAN The Arsenal starlet netted three times after the break to hand Aidy Boothroyds men complete control of the encounter, and Reiss Nelson also bagged a goal of his own.
Ashley Fletcher scored a brace for Middlesbrough while Marvin Johnson and Marcus Tavernier also bagged for Neil Warnocks side. However they were given a tough fight by League One Shrewsbury.
England will be left less than satisfied with their T20 innings as they allowed Australia to claw back their way back into a match which threatened to be running away from them.
Wout van Aert on the flatlands, Primoz Roglic in the mountains Jumbo-Visma are dominating the 2020 Tour de France, grabbing their third win after just seven stages.
Chelseas new number nine rejected the chance to move to Manchester City after head coach Pep Guardiola called him up to discuss a potential move, according to reports in Germany.
Ronald Koeman has made Georginio Wijnaldum a top target, having built a strong rapport with him from his time working for the Netherlands. The Liverpool man has entered the final year of his deal.
Football fans around the world have had their say after Lionel Messi announced he will reluctantly stay at Barcelona to avoid a courtroom battle with the club.
Italy, Holland, Northern Ireland and Scotland all begin their Nations League campaigns tonight. Here, Sportsmails IEUAN IVETT will provide all the updates as another night of action unfolds.
Former Manchester United defender Rafael da Silva has mocked Alexis Sanchez after the forward revealed he wanted to leave the Old Trafford club after his first training session.
Lionel Messi has opened up on the emotional moment he told his family that he would leave Barcelona, before the icons sudden decision to stay in Catalonia.
The Blues have been heavily active in the transfer market during this window, but Lampard is still looking to bring in a goalkeeper and a defensive midfielder.
Lionel Messi has made a dramatic U-turn and will now stay at Barcelona for the 2020-21 season. The 33-year-old submitted a shocking transfer request via fax last month after 600 career goals at Barca.
There are still multiple loose ends to be tied up before the window closes, while Lionel Messis sensational transfer saga at Barcelona continues to rumble on weeks before the new campaign.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank admits star forwards Ollie Watkins and Said Benrahma can leave for the right price this summer - but Rico Henry, David Raya and any other players will not be sold.
Greenwood could make his debut in Englands Nations League double-header against Iceland and Denmark after an exciting breakthrough season for Manchester United.
Gabriel completed his protracted move to Arsenal from Lille this week for £27million. Saliba, meanwhile, is also set for his first campaign with the Gunners.
The defender, who impressed on loan at Sevilla last season, has emerged as a top target for United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as he searches for left-sided reinforcements.
Even by the modern means of staring down the barrel of a Zoom at Andy Murray it was easy to tell that he was not happy. The 33-year-old lost in straight sets to Felix Auger-Aliassime in New York.
Thibaut Courtois was expected to be part of the Belgium side for their Nations League clashes with Denmark and Iceland. Simon Mignolet is likely to start in the Real Madrid mans place.
Hamilton dominated from in Spa last weekend to extend his championship lead over nearest rival Verstappen, and is looking to pick up from where he left off in Belgium with a win at Monza.
Willian trained for the first time as an Arsenal player on Friday following his free transfer from Chelsea earlier this summer. The Brazilian moved to Mikel Artetas Gunners on a three-year deal.
City have been linked with Koulibaly for several months, with Pep Guardiola looking to overhaul his defensive line and fight for the Premier League and European title once more.
PETE JENSON The 33-year-old club captain will confirm he is finally abandoning attempts at a move to Manchester City this summer in a recorded message according to Argentine media.
Harry Maguire is on course to return to the England set-up in October, revealed Gareth Southgate. The England manager has been in regular contact with the defender.
Jurgen Klopps Liverpool are frontrunners for the 29-year-old though are yet to come to an official agreement with Bayern. Yet, with United poised to steal a march, where would the star fit in?
PETE JENSON The statement also slammed La Liga for claiming Barcelona were right to demand 700m euros from anyone who wanted to sign Barcelonas captain.
Mason Greenwood has been handed the number 11 shirt at Manchester United for the 2020-21 season. The number has been held by Ryan Giggs in the past while the number 7 free is still free.
PETE JENSON The statement also slammed La Liga for claiming Barcelona were right to demand 700m euros from anyone who wanted to sign Barcelonas captain.
Just a week after being axed by Sky Sports, Matt Le Tissier is once again causing a storm on social media with his bold views. Le Tissier posted a picture of Anne Frank, before then backtracking.
Alexis Sanchez is one of the biggest disappointments in Manchester United history and yet the Chilean has extraordinarily shifted the blame to everyone but the man in the mirror.
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Luis Suarez moved a step closer to lining up with Cristiano Ronaldo rather than Lionel Messi from next season. He has reportedly agreed to join Juventus from Barcelona.
Chelsea will be cashing in on the massive Eden Hazard deal for the next couple of years as the breakdown of the Real Madrid fee has been revealed. It is helping fund their summer spree.
Aston Villa and Brentford have been unable to reach an agreement for Said Benrahma, with the Championship side holding out for £20m. That has allowed West Ham to swoop in.
The PFA Player of the Year for the 2019-20 season will definitely be won by a Liverpool or Manchester City player, after the two rival sides completely dominated the six-man shortlist.
The session momentarily halted as a red flag was displayed after Verstappen skidded across the Italian track, kicking up dust as he went into the gravel and then a barrier.
Sportsmail understands that the Cherries are likely to hold out for more, but Wilson is expected to move on. Newcastle are also interested in the England frontman but are yet to table a bid.
Sportsmail understands that the Cherries are likely to hold out for more, but Wilson is expected to move on. Newcastle are also interested in the England frontman but are yet to table a bid.
Thiem marked his 27th birthday with a commanding 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 victory over Indias Sumit Nagal on Thursday, though it was somewhat overshadowed by the heated dispute.
Only three weeks ago Philippe Coutinho was sticking the knife into his parent club with the last two goals of an 8-2 Champions League smashing. Now hes training with them again.
The German playmaker has been linked with Frank Lampards men for months and the deal is expected to be confirmed imminently. Havertz was an unused substitute in the 1-1 draw with Spain on Thursday.
The session momentarily halted as a red flag was displayed after Verstappen skidded across the Italian track, kicking up dust as he went into the gravel and then a barrier.
The German playmaker has been linked with Frank Lampards men for months and the deal is expected to be confirmed imminently. Havertz was an unused substitute in the 1-1 draw with Spain on Thursday.
Both camps remain in negotiations but talks have reached an advanced stage and Britains former world champion is confident a deal will be made for that fight to happen in November.
The 23-year-old has impressed since breaking into the senior squad under Jose Mourinho but was hit by a long-term knee injury during Uniteds 4-1 win over Newcastle on Boxing Day.
JOE BERNSTEIN Manchester United are finally off and running in the current transfer window with the arrival of £40million Donny van de Beek, but they wont be stopping there.
The incident took place on the streets of Vasteras while Victor Lindelof was back in Sweden visiting family. He has been praised by his national team boss and the police for his actions.
Pirlo sensationally took over as Juventus boss last month following the sacking of former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri after the clubs Champions League round of 16 exit to Lyon,
Pirlo sensationally took over as Juventus boss last month following the sacking of former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri after the clubs Champions League round of 16 exit to Lyon,
The 21-year-old had a difficult start to life in the Premier League but eventually hit top form and became one of Frank Lampards key players as he helped the team finish fourth in the table.
Both Diego Costa and Santiago Arias tested positive for the illness after undergoing the tests on holiday. They will now be isolated from the rest of Diego Simeones squad.
There are still multiple loose ends to be tied up before the window closes, while Lionel Messis sensational transfer saga at Barcelona continues to rumble on weeks before the new campaign.
Pippa Middletons husband took charge of the Williams Formula One team on Thursday. James Matthews, the multi-millionaire hedge-fund manager, is among three new board members.
Thiago Alcantara spoke after featuring in Spains 1-1 draw with Germany in the Nations League. He admitted he would be happy to stay at Bayern Munich if a move does not transpire.
Timo Werners addition to Frank Lampards attacking resources is inspiring Olivier Giroud to fight for a place in the first team. The Frenchman thinks they have different positional profiles.
The former Arsenal and Manchester United winger revealed he wanted to leave Old Trafford after one training session under Jose Mourinho following his move from Arsenal in 2018.
Serena Williams beat Russian world number 117 Margarita Gasparyan 6-2 6-4 on Arthur Ashe. She has an increasingly clear run to a seventh Flushing Meadows crown.
Timo Werners addition to Frank Lampards attacking resources is inspiring Olivier Giroud to fight for a place in the first team. The Frenchman thinks they have different positional profiles.
MIKE DICKSON AT FLUSHING MEADOWS Andy Murray collided with the future in the US Open second round, and found he had no answers to it. He looked creaky after his opening marathon match.
British number one Dan Evans will resume on Friday at 6-4 3-6 5-6, serving at advantage against Corentin Moutet, after a stylish and occasionally tempestuous duel.
The former Arsenal and Manchester United winger revealed he wanted to leave Old Trafford after one training session under Jose Mourinho following his move from Arsenal in 2018.
It has been claimed the 27-year-old called the Three Lions boss in a late bid to change his mind after being removed from the group that will face Iceland and Denmark in the Nations League.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY SIMON JONES Carlos Carvalhal says his son is his hero. He and Jose Carlos were already close but after that dark July night, their bond is even tighter.
The Manchester City full-back scored a stunning goal as Ukraine beat Switzerland 2-1 on Thursday night. Russia, Faroe Islands and Hungary also won their respective games.
LEquipe claim that Marquinhos, Keylor Navas and Mauro Icardi (pictured) are the unfortunate players, and the sidelined group will now be forced to undertake a period of quarantine.
The 29-year-old has received a considerable amount of criticism after making some high-profile errors for United. However, he was in inspired form during Spains 1-1 draw against Germany.
Carlo Ancelottis plan to restructure Evertons midfield is gathering pace, as Watfords Abdoulaye Doucoure is set to become his newest signing within the next 24 hours.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN The Catalan police force have filed a report to the judge investigating Barcelonas hiring of L3 Ventures company - and concluded possible economic crimes.
The Tour de Frances top riders made a mountain into a molehill in stage six, as Kazakh rider Alexey Lutsenko surged alone to victory up the previously unclimbed Lusette pass.
Manchester United are giving a trial to former Borussia Dortmund winger Reda Khadra. But the teenage winger was not able to play in an Under-23 friendly against Doncaster on Thursday.
Messis future at Barcelona remains unresolved, and Griezmann admitted he doesnt have any inside information about whether his exalted team-mate will stay.
West Ham manager David Moyes will prioritise funds from the sale of Grady Diangana to strengthen his defence. The winger will join West Brom, subject to a medical on Friday, for £20milion.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA Chairman Sanjay Bhandari (pictured) warned that his organisations figures are just the tip of the iceberg after claims of discrimination had risen 42 per cent.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA The club were forced to switch sponsors after failing to receive assurances from the Chinese media company that they would be able to fulfil their three-year, £7.5million contract.
Proud new dad Rory McIlroy said it had already been the best week of his life. Now lets see if we can sprinkle a little icing on the cake, he added. McIlory became a father for the first time this week.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Fridays meetings at Ascot, Haydock, Sedgefield, Kempton and Thirsk.
NEVILLE SOUTHALL Never did I imagine that my world after football would involve trying to create a better understand for groups of people who find themselves under siege.
Australia will pose a significant threat to England, with various players possessing the ability to cause England harm. Sportsmail selects five Australia players to be wary of.
The BHA were investigating after the deaths of six horses at the venue owned by the Arena Racecourse Company (ARC) since National Hunt racing resumed there on July 1.
The striker will wear the armband for the first time in the European Championship qualifier in Kosovo after a startling rise since Mikel Artetas arrival at the Emirates Stadium.
When lockdown brought an abrupt suspension to the tennis season in March, Cam Norrie had the luxury of being able to head to New Zealand one of the safest places from COVID-19 on earth.
If the rain-affected 1-1 draw with Pakistan in Manchester featured several of Englands back-up squadron, then their big guns have been primed to knock Australia off the top of the world rankings.
Rafiq, 29, revealed in an interview with ESPNCricinfo that his experiences during two stints as a contracted player at Headingley left him close to suicide.
Richard Freeman, the former British Cycling and Team Sky medic, has been ordered to undergo an independent medical examination before his tribunal resumes next month.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY IAN HERBERT Neville Southall did not know, when he reached a brutal and heartbreaking end of the road in football, that the sport would point him to a new one.
IAN LADYMAN Gareth Southgate believes the last 10 days or so have been among the most difficult he has had to endure during his four years as England coach. The chances are it will not get much easier.
EXCLUSIVE BY NIK SIMON European Rugby chief Simon Halliday has warned that the sport cannot continue without crowds and he wants fans to return for this months Sandy Park last-eight tie.
Sportsmail has learned that a majority of clubs at Thursdays shareholders meeting supported the principle that fans should be able to watch games while they are unable to attend.
DOMINIC KING Phil Foden remembers the night clearly. Sitting at home, gripped by the fever of a major tournament, he expected England to march past Iceland.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA Chairman Sanjay Bhandari (pictured) warned that his organisations figures are just the tip of the iceberg after claims of discrimination had risen 42 per cent.
Germany vs Spain. Werner vs Sergio Ramos. And to begin, the Spanish and their skipper were dominant. But give Chelseas £53m man an opening, a sniff, and hell punish you.
CRAIG HOPE Duffy, who recently signed for Celtic on loan from Brighton, ensured Ireland got a point with a header in the Nations League clash.
Kieffer Moore gave Wales and Ryan Giggs a winning start to their UEFA Nations League campaign with a 1-0 win over fellow Euro 2020 qualifiers Finland. Gareth Bale started the match.
The British No 1 burst out the blocks to take the first set, but the plucky Cirstea battled back to win the second set on a tiebreak. Konta was unable to bounce back in the decider and crashed out.
Why Conor Coady has been handed his Three Lions debut in this weeks Nations League matches with Iceland and Denmark as he fills the void left by Harry Maguires withdrawal.
Luis Suarez was spotted at Lionel Messis house on Thursday as the Barcelona captains future looks more and more unclear. The pair are close friends and neighbours but both could leave the Camp Nou soon.
Jurgen Klopps side take on The Blades on October 24, and, as reported by The Athletic , it is set to be the first time that fans will be present inside Anfield since March.
PETE JENSON As Lionel Messi decides between staying for one more year at Barcelona, or stepping into a legal battle that could wreck his season, he knows there is no easy way out of this situation.
The 33-year-old talisman shocked the football world after informing Barcelona that he wanted to leave, and has been heavily linked with a sensational move to title contenders Manchester City.
Follow all the action from the UEFA Nations League as Germany host Spain. Sportsmail will also provide updates as Wales and the Republic of Ireland get their campaigns underway.
Grady Diangana is due for a West Brom medical on Friday after agreeing personal terms with the Premier League new boys. The midfielder spent last season on loan at the Baggies in the second tier.
Meulensteen, who was first-team coach at United between 2007 and 2013, feels that bringing in the Tottenham striker would help Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side to compete for the title.
The 24-year-old, who has traditionally played as a right back for the Serie A club but can also operate from the left, has penned a five-year deal with Brendan Rodgers side.
Gay Kellaway reckons British racing might have found the first female jockey with a genuine chance of being champion jockey in Hollie Doyle, who won with Scarlet Dragon at Royal Ascot back in June.
The FA have disclosed that Englands mens and womens internationals now receive equal pay, following in the footsteps of the likes of Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, and Norway.
The Bayer Leverkusen starlet is edging ever closer to a move to Stamford Bridge after the Bundesliga club accepted an offer believed to be worth £89million.
Overseas jockeys will be permitted to ride on Group One racedays in Ireland following a change to quarantine protocols for sportspeople. The Longines Irish Champions Weekend is next week.
The Premier League has voted on Thursday in favour of reinstating the norm of three substitutions per team per match, as opposed to the five changes brought in.
Lemar could leave Atletico in this transfer window and according to AS, he is interested in moving to the Premier League, with Everton and Wolves amongst the clubs that are tracking him.
The former Chelsea nad England captain has admitted that the controversial guard of honour during his final Blues match was one of the best moments of his career.
Dani Ceballos has arrived in London ahead of a second loan spell with Arsenal this season. The Spanish midfielder played 36 times for the Gunners last term and Mikel Arteta wants him back.
The British pair, who hold all the world heavyweight belts between them, have a financial agreement in place for two fights next year, though both are likely to have bouts before.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY The Juventus ace had been hoping to lead the line for the double-header against Croatia and Sweden, but is now receiving treatment with an antibiotic.
Beating Gebrselassies record will be tough - the mark the Ethiopian set across one hour in June 2007 was 21,285 metres, and it remains to be seen if Farah has enough to better it.
Jurgen Klopp appears to have Rhian Brewster in his plans for the upcoming season, as Swansea boss Steve Cooper says the striker has not been made available to go out on loan.
The Greek centre-back has fallen down the pecking order at Arsenal and could leave as Arsenal look to generate more money for new signings.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made the England international his top transfer target this summer to bolster his attacking options ahead of a mammoth 2020-21 campaign.
Having won the Premier League and FA Cup with Kante in his Chelsea team, Conte is intent on linking up with the midfielder once again - but will have to sell before he buys, according to CalcioMercato.
As Southgates squad convened together this week to make their preparations, it has been reported that an item for discussion was whether to continue to show solidarity with the gesture.
Gary Neville claims that Mason Greenwood, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial need competition but believes that could come from a player like Harry Kane rather than Jadon Sancho.
The former right-back believes Henderson still has a lot to prove and feels he lacks the experience of playing for a big team - calling for David de Gea to continue as first choice goalkeeper.
Calls for the 24-year-old to be included in Gareth Southgates squad have rung loudly after a standout campaign for Villa, in which he scored 10 goals and provided eight assists.
Troyes, who won the Intertoto Cup in 2001, play in Ligue 2 and finished fourth last season before the 2019-20 campaign was suspended. CFG will become the new majority shareholder in the club.
The Argentine, who was sacked by Spurs last November, previously said it was impossible to become head coach at the Nou Camp having started his managerial career with their rivals Espanyol.
Claire Williams, who has acted as the de facto boss of the British team since 2013, revealed she will be departing her role as deputy team principal following the teams recent sale to an investment firm.
The move has ended the right to show top flight English football in the country with immediate effect, and looks set to have huge lasting financial repercussions on the football landscape.
The 29-year-old, who was captain to both Joe Root and Ben Stokes at U19 international level, said he felt that, as a Muslim, he was made to feel like an outsider and left on the brink of suicide.
McGregor had vowed to gain revenge on Khabib after losing their bitter blockbuster in 2018 but the fight appeared to be out of the question when he announced his early retirement in June.
The Welsh superstar, who earns £15.1m a year, is considering leaving the club after becoming out of favour under current boss Zinedine Zidane. Bale joined Madrid in 2013 for £85million.
The 21-year-old will line up for his national team against Spain in their Nations League clash against Spain and will offer Chelsea fans a taste of what to expect by starting with Werner.
The 2014 World Cup champions welcome Luis Enriques men to Stuttgart on Thursday night in their first group stage game, but some players have only just returned from holiday.
The 2014 World Cup champions welcome Luis Enriques men to Stuttgart on Thursday night in their first group stage game, but some players have only just returned from holiday.
Suarez was not sent off that day as the referee did not see it but was later banned from football for four months. Now he has spoken to Chiellini as he aims to put the incident behind them.
The 29-year-old, who was captain to both Joe Root and Ben Stokes at U19 international level, said he felt that, as a Muslim, he was made to feel like an outsider and left on the brink of suicide.
Conor McGregor and John Kavanagh are among the greatest coach-athlete combinations of all time. Together they reached the very top, even if things did not get off to the most auspicious start.
The Man City boss saw his side dumped out by Lyon in the quarter-finals last season, with the Ligue 1 side running out 3-1 winners, and has failed to reach the semi-final since he arrived at the club.
Manchester United have become favourites to land Real Madrids Sergio Reguilon as they offer long-term deal that will assure a starting position within Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side.
The 21-year-old Frenchman has been absent from the Gunners squad following ugly scenes involving Brighton striker Neal Maupay in their defeat at the Amex last season.
Footage that went viral showed Summer Tapasa, 24, battling a man trying to leave the store in Aiea with a television, using her forearms to block the exit and wrestling the man to the ground
Footage that went viral showed Summer Tapasa, 24, battling a man trying to leave the store in Aiea with a television, using her forearms to block the exit and wrestling the man to the ground
Barca are keen to move on the striker in a bid to ease their wage bill and Juventus are hopeful a cut-price deal can be done in time for the start of the new Serie A campaign.
Wilder has activated his rematch clause but has remained quiet since his defeat in Las Vegas, leaving Hearn to question whether the 34-year-olds heart is in getting a shot at redemption.
Chris Smalling has wanted a permanent move ever since impressing in Rome, and now looks to be a step closer after the Italians primed their opening bid in hope of concluding a swift deal with Man United.
The Midlands outfit had a number of bids rejected for the 23-year-old but Dean Smiths side have now wrapped up the deal despite interest from the likes of Fulham and Sheffield United.
The former goalkeeper, now CEO of the Eredivisie side, asked supporters of his old team to take care of the midfielder and admitted he understood the need for him to take the next step in his career.
Khan and Brook have long failed to see eye to eye, with an all-British showdown mooted for years. However, the two parties have been unable to strike a favourable deal for a mega-fight.
Hazard was one of the high profile moves during the summer transfer window of 2019 when he moved from Chelsea to Madrid for £150m but he has since been hampered by a fractured foot.
While he may have been limited to chances at the Etihad, City have made it clear that Foden will become Silvas eventual successor, with Guardiola rating the attacking midfielder very highly.
The countrys federation president Rogerio Caboclo said it had been trying to level the playing field between both teams and vowed there was no more gender difference.
Donny va de Beek had been linked to a move to Real Madrid and was expected to join Los Blancos this summer but the financial ramifications of the pandemic saw the deal fall through.
Everton were working hard on the details earlier this week and are expected to announce the arrival of Rodriguez on a three-year contract in the coming days.
Bale looks set for the chop at Real Madrid this summer and fans reckon his hair could do with one as well after shocking fans as he showed off his hair in training on Wednesday.
Brescia president Cellino admits United and Barca had posted serious interest in the star, who appeared set for Inter Milan before turning everybody down once AC made interest known
The larger than life Bruno has struggled through the year while coming to terms with not only the deaths of loved ones but also the cruel reality of being unable to attend funerals and say final goodbyes.
Lionel Messi is close to admitting defeat in his battle to leave Barcelona for Premier League outfit Manchester City, according to TyC Sports in Argentina.
Norrie now faces highly-rated Spanish prospect Alejandro Davidovitch Fokina, who at a ranking of 99 is nonetheless a relatively benign draw at this level of competition.
Aidan OBrien says he would relish the opportunity to take on Ghaiyyath again in the Irish Champion Stakes at Leopardstown a week on Saturday.
Lionel Messi stunned Barcelona recently after informing the club, via fax, that he wanted to leave this summer after growing increasingly disillusioned both on and off the pitch at the Nou Camp.
Only three of the top ten were left when Pliskova was beaten 6-1 7-6 (7-2) by Frances Caroline Garcia, maintaining the Czechs status as the best player not to have won a Major title.
EXCLUSIVE BY STEPHEN MCGOWAN Rangers home match with Dundee United a week on Saturday was earmarked as one of three pilot events scheduled for the weekend of September 12.
The 28-year-old central back, whose signing was exclusively revealed by Sportsmail on Monday, was Neil Lennons top defensive target throughout the summer.
The Sheffield United strikers second-half appearance in a friendly win over Derby County on Tuesday sparked anger amongst national team fans on social media.
Wijnaldum, the Holland international, has entered the final year of his contract and Liverpool have not opened talks with the midfielder about new terms.
Foden and Greenwood showed what they could be capable of together against Holland in an U21 match last year. England must look to harness their bond after promoting them to the senior team
Life changed for the captain of Wolves on Saturday evening when Gareth Southgate phoned to tell him he had been called up for the Nations League fixtures with Iceland and Denmark.
As an 11-year-old already deep into his tennis development, Auger-Aliassime was taken on a trip from Quebec City to sample the US Open and watched Murray in action.
The midfielder jumped from the Under 17s after Borussia Dortmund made him the most expensive 17-year-old in history by signing him from Birmingham for £25million.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL Southgate spoke of the challenges that have confronted football and society in the health crisis that has led to 41,000 deaths in the UK.
Wout van Aert won the 183km stage from Gap to Privas in a sprint finish but the drama came after the race. Commissaires took 20 seconds off Alaphilippe for taking a water bottle inside the final 20km.
Kenny is the man they want. The 49-year-old led Dundalk to four domestic titles as well as the group stage of the Europa League, all the while employing an attractive brand of football.
The England keeper has set his sights on De Geas role as Manchester Uniteds first choice this season after recently signing a new five-year deal worth £120,000 a week
EXCLUSIVE BY RICHARD GIBSON The extra nerves were understand-able. Tom Fell had gone an excruciatingly long time without a first-class hundred before breaking his barren spell.
EXCLUSIVE BY RICHARD GIBSON Sportsmail understands the special dispensation for logos to feature on helmets could be followed by an ECB regulation change.
EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES All 20 clubs showed their support for the global anti-discrimination campaign by carrying the BLM logo on their kit during every game of Project Restart
Abramovich is back in the realms of 2003 and Chelsea have splurged on transfers at a rate of more than a million a day since Hakim Ziyechs deal was struck back in February.
Evans meets Frenchman Moutet after joining Andy Murray, Cam Norrie and Kyle Edmund in winning their opening matches. Jo Konta also made it through to round two.
Subject to Government approval, they hope to get supporters back for Sheffield Uniteds October 3 visit, with fans set to be allowed into stadiums again for reduced capacity matches.
MIKE DICKSON Novak Djokovic emphatically put the first set disappointment behind him to overcome Britains No 2 Kyle Edmund in four at the US Open.
Everton were working hard on the details earlier this week and are expected to announce the arrival of Rodriguez on a three-year contract in the coming days.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Thursdays meetings at Newcastle, Chelmsford City, Salisbury, Southwell and Haydock.
The European Cup risks becoming a secondary event for English clubs due to rugbys brutal schedule, according to Exeter boss Rob Baxter.
Aidan OBrien needs all his riding team for the Irish Champions meetings at Leopardstown and the Curragh. That leaves Dettori poised to pick up the mount for the final Classic of the season.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN When Neymar pushed to leave in 2017, many in the dressing room spoke out. But after Lionel Messis infamous fax, the silence has been telling with only a handful speaking out.
Parker, 39, won promotion from the Championship at the first try and said Im delighted to have signed a new deal which shows mutual faith and commitment, on both my side and the clubs.
Sportsmail revealed in June that the former British sprinter, who was a medallist at Commonwealth, European and world level, was a serious contender for the position.
As new signings look to prove their worth and others try to grapple with how the Nations League links with the World Cup, we look into 10 things to look out for in international footballs return.
The meeting lasted for one and a half hours but Bartomeu remains determined to not let Messi go without a huge transfer fee and Messis father remains adamant that his son is a free agent.
The Wales international has been frozen out at Madrid by boss Zinedine Zidane and the club are said to be desperate to get him off their wage bill.
It was a signing that left fans excited about the upcoming season for the then Champions League finalists. But how has the relationship between Ndombele and Spurs gone sour so quickly?
The Holland international, 23, came through the youth system and played a major role in the clubs run to the semi-finals of the Champions League in 2019.
The 27-year-old will undergo his medical in the next 48 hours. Everton are overseeing a rebuild of their midfield, with James Rodriguez and Allan also close to joining the club.
Josep Bartomeu was not in the car, leading to speculation on Twitter that he a) was in the boot b) had tried to fool media with a decoy c) had been left behind by mistake by an absent-minded chauffeur.
Gareth Bale looks set for the chop at Real Madrid this summer and fans reckon his hair could do with one as well. Bale shocked fans as he showed off his hair during training on Wednesday.
Englands fastest bowler is expected to return in Fridays first Twenty20 international at the Ageas Bowl and wants to take out his frustration on the old enemy.
Overton, 26, had initially asked to make the temporary move in late July when he agreed the long-term switch but was persuaded to remain in Taunton.
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is eager to bring the Senegal shot-stopper to Stamford Bridge, as reported by The Telegraph. .
Teenage forward Mbunya Alemanji recently put pen to paper on a three-year contract with Roma, who acquired his signature despite not having seen him play in the flesh.
The 23-year-old has joined in a £40million transfer from Dutch giants Ajax. Van de Beek has signed a five-year contract worth around £107,000-a-week before bonuses.
Lionel Messi and Barcelona are set for a huge week that will define the future for both clubs, and the legacy the Argentine leaves behind at the Nou Camp. Follow the latest here.
Dubois has been elevated to No 2 contender for the WBO heavyweight championship. That edges him tantalisingly close to a world title shot at only 22.
The signings of Rodriguez and Allan - two players Ancelotti knows and trusts after working with them previously - will give him a huge boost, but his work in the transfer window needs to continue.
There are plenty of big deals yet to be sealed with Manchester United fans hoping to see Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek arrive at Old Trafford soon, while Lionel Messis future is still up in the air.
The 18-year-old, who holds the world Under 18 record for the 200m, will juggle an English degree from October with a campaign to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics.
The midfielder was forced to quarantine last Thursday after confirming that he tested positive for the coronavirus. But the United star is making the most of time by spending it with his loved ones.
Thierry Henry could have warned them but instead he was left to watch on in disbelief as Toronto FC attempted to perfect a penalty routine made famous by him and Robert Pires 15 years ago.
City is seen as a possible destination for Messi, who is eager to secure a move away from Barcelona. Cancelo would relish the opportunity to play in the same team as Messi.
The Manchester United pair were caught on camera shouting at each other following Luuk de Jongs winner in the semi-finals in Cologne, but have now made up.
Traore has just under two years remaining on his contract at Lyon and the French club are prepared to sell him, as reported by Sky Sports.
David Capel was an old-school English swashbuckler, a seamer who threw himself at the crease and collected 546 first-class wickets (his first championship victim was Geoffrey Boycott)
DANIEL MATTHEWS For Lionel Messi to become a Manchester City player this summer, Pep Guardiolas side need to vault several financial hurdles and ensure the numbers really do add up.
The Napoli midfielder was seen exiting the aircraft with his wife Thais Marques and the pair were collected by a member of club staff as he prepared to undergo a medical ahead of the move.
The worlds most expensive footballer is one of three players at the beaten Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain to have tested positive.
The worlds most expensive footballer is one of three players at the beaten Champions League finalists Paris Saint-Germain to have tested positive.
Villa have made a breakthrough in their attempts to land Cash after seeing a number of previous bids rejected, with Forest accepting an initial fee of £14m with £2m in add-ons.
Fans are likely to get a second showing of Jorge Masvidal vs Nate Diaz. They were robbed of a natural conclusion due to a medical stoppage in the first fight and a rematch is in the works.
If United thought losing to Sevilla was bad, the events which have followed have been ten times worse. Madness is erupting at Old Trafford, and the famous club now risk falling well behind.
The Frenchman is interesting a number of teams after some colossal displays in 2019-20, including a man of the match performance in their Champions League win over Atletico Madrid.
After losing for the first time to Fury in February, Wilder then made it known that he wishes to enact his rematch clause for a trilogy bout, with a current date for the bout pencilled in for December 19.
The striker made the move from RB Leipzig to Stamford Bridge in a £53million deal earlier this summer and scored in Chelseas pre-season friendly inside just four minutes last weekend.
Fans are likely to get a second showing of Jorge Masvidal vs Nate Diaz. They were robbed of a natural conclusion due to a medical stoppage in the first fight and a rematch is in the works.
Font, a presidential candidate to replace Bartomeu at the elections in March, has given his take on Messis future, stating that the LaLiga side are still holding out hope.
Jon Jones wants a mega-fight with former UFC heavyweight champion and ex-WWE star Brock Lesnar. Bones called out the 43-year-old and Dana White is keen on the idea.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA West Brom are keen to finalise terms with Diangana and wrap up his return as soon as possible, mindful of rival interest from the likes of Fulham and Aston Villa.
Juventus start at home to Sampdoria before a trip to the Stadio Olimpico to take on Roma. For Inter, who look set to be Juventus main title challenger, they begin away to newly-promoted Benevento.
In what appears to be a calculated move, the Barcelona board are hoping to show that the 33-year-old still has a future at the Nou Camp ahead of talks with Messis father Jorge on Wednesday.
The Tottenham manager took a swipe at Fernandes as well as United regarding the amount of spot-kicks Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side were awarded last season.
The Tottenham manager took a swipe at Fernandes as well as United regarding the amount of spot-kicks Ole Gunnar Solskjaers side were awarded last season.
Up to 20,000 supporters are set to be allowed into Twickenham to watch England take on the Barbarians on October 25.
As he emerged out of a taxi, a reporter quizzed Jorge Messi for updates on the situation and while he remained tight-lipped, he did express that he feels it is difficult for Lionel to stay at the club.
European Cup organisers confirmed that eight teams from each of the Premiership, PRO14 and French Top14 will qualify for next seasons Champions Cup having revealed its new structure.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN Gareth Bales £15.1m salary over his remaining two years would mean Madrid would have to negotiate a possible £30.2m payoff which they are not in a position to do.
Club record signing Kepa struggled in Lampards first season in charge at Stamford Bridge during the last campaign and was heavily criticised by supporters after making a number of mistakes.
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING Gruesome images have emerged showing the bloody injuries suffered by bare-knuckle boxers in Russia. The winner receives just £10,000.
Reports in Germany revealed that while Manchester United have not made an offer for the Spanish midfielder, there has been contact between the club and the players representatives.
Club record signing Kepa struggled in Lampards first season in charge at Stamford Bridge during the last campaign and was heavily criticised by supporters after making a number of mistakes.
The 28-year-old had fallen down the pecking order at the Amex Stadium in recent months and will now spend the 2020-21 campaign with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions.
Reports in Germany revealed that while Manchester United have not made an offer for the Spanish midfielder, there has been contact between the club and the players representatives.
The Toffees are interested in signing the 27-year-old during this transfer window and Doucoure is keen to move following the Hornets relegation. He has been a pivotal for Watford.
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING Gruesome images have emerged showing the bloody injuries suffered by bare-knuckle boxers in Russia. The winner receives just £10,000.
According to Sport, Barcelona will use Arturo Vidal as a makeweight in any deal to sign Martinez and are now waiting to hear back from the Serie A side over whether he will be for sale or not.
Martinez, who was originally back-up to Bernd Leno in between the sticks, is competing with the German for the No 1 jersey after his displays for the Gunners at the back end of last season.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO Juventus have earmarked Luis Suarez as the world class player to spearhead their attack. This season the Uruguayan will turn 34 but his age has not deterred them.
Eric Garcia, who finds himself out of contract in Manchester next summer, has said he is focused on next season with City which appears to rule out an imminent switch to Barcelona.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO Juventus have earmarked Luis Suarez as the world class player to spearhead their attack. This season the Uruguayan will turn 34 but his age has not deterred them.
There are plenty of big deals yet to be sealed with Manchester United fans hoping to see Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek arrive at Old Trafford soon, while Lionel Messis future is still up in the air.
Magpies captain Jamaal Lascelles and home midfielder Lewis Wing were both sent off in the match following an off-the-ball altercation - sources described it as a grappling match.
The Dutch midfielder has been linked with a switch to the Nou Camp following former Holland manager Ronald Koemans appointment at the LaLiga giants.
Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek looks set to complete a move to Manchester United this summer. Sportsmail takes a look at how Dutch players have fared at Manchester United...
The 38-year-old, who needs one more trophy to match Margaret Courts all-time record, was forced to hit back from an early break down in both sets before seeing off American compatriot Kristie Ahn.
Lionel Messi and Barcelona are set for a huge week that will define the future for both clubs, and the legacy the Argentine leaves behind at the Nou Camp. Follow the latest here.
The 23-year-old, who spent two temporary spells at Headingley in 2019, returns permanently on a four-year deal after rejecting a new contract offer from Somerset.
Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek looks set to complete a move to Manchester United this summer. Sportsmail takes a look at how Dutch players have fared at Manchester United...
Lionel Messi and Barcelona are set for a huge week that will define the future for both clubs, and the legacy the Argentine leaves behind at the Nou Camp. Follow the latest here.
The 38-year-old, who needs one more trophy to match Margaret Courts all-time record, was forced to hit back from an early break down in both sets before seeing off American compatriot Kristie Ahn.
Juventus have stepped up their pursuit of Barcelona outcast Luis Suarez. The Italian champions have considered a number of forwards this summer, and the Uruguayan has emerged as a top target
A move for the £108-million-rated forward had looked dead in the water with talks stalling but United now have renewed hope a deal may be able to be salvaged.
Chelsea are reportedly putting the final touches to their move for German sensation Kai Havertz, with the midfielder said to have completed a medical on Sunday.
Chelsea are reportedly putting the final touches to their move for German sensation Kai Havertz, with the midfielder set for a medical on Sunday.
Dan Evans topped off an impressive British introduction to the 2020 US Open by becoming the fourth UK star to progress to the second round.
World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has been told that a British mega-fight with WWE champion Drew McIntyre would break global box office records.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN The president has a better relationship with Messi senior than he does with Messi junior but it will take a charm offensive of Balon dOr proportions to make a new deal over the line.
Moore has entered a two-week quarantine period in Ireland so he will be able to ride at Irish Champions weekend at Leopardstown on Saturday week and the Curragh the following afternoon.
Ings was set to be named in Gareth Southgates squad for the March games against Italy and Denmark that were abandoned due to the coronavirus pandemic, but will now seize his moment.
Messis father Jorge will meet with Barcelonas president Josep Bartomeu on Wednesday to demand his son be allowed to leave amid his bitter dispute with the club over a contract clause.
Germany midfielder Kai Havertz is understood to be on the brink of trading Bayern Leverkusen for Stamford Bridge in a deal that could rise as high as £90million.
Favourite Oxted will miss the Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock following an unsatisfactory workout on Tuesday morning.
Just moments after producing an incredible comeback victory over Japans Yoshihito Nishioka on his return to Grand Slam action, Andy Murray was in no mood to get carried away.
Details were being finalised on Tuesday evening ahead of the 29-year-olds arrival. The Colombian will be joined by Allan from Napoli, who is joining for around £21m.
COMMENT The influence that Rashford wields extends way beyond his campaign to put food on the tables of those struggling with the stigma attached to asking others for help.
The United rookie notched 18 goals in all competitions last term, earning him a call-up to Southgates latest squad. But the 18-year-old is well aware that his career will not always be plain sailing.
DOMINIC KING What has happened? Pickfords struggles began with a cheap goal conceded against Man City last September, leading to big criticism. It gradually slithered from there.
Jordan Pickfords position as Englands undisputed first-choice goalkeeper is in doubt heading into the international restart, with Nick Pope set to be publicly backed by boss Gareth Southgate.
The British No 2 will, over the best of five sets, try to do what no man has managed in this truncated year and defeat the imperious-looking Serb.
EXCLUSIVE BY IAN LADYMAN The midfielder was the major signing of Mauricio Pochettinos final summer at Tottenham but failed to impress and was ultimately sidelined when Jose Mourinho took over.
EXCLUSIVE Premier League clubs will vote on Thursday on a curtailment plan to be used to determine final league positions if subsequent seasons are abandoned, Sportsmail has learned.
The Manchester City star landed himself in hot water in April after hosting a party at his house during the height of the Governments lockdown measures.
EXCLUSIVE BY RIATH AI-SAMARRAI AND DAVID COVERDALE British racewalker Tom Bosworth has revealed he had coronavirus this summer after making the decision to end his season early.
England are braced for the likelihood of a player breaching Covid-19 protocols if they are forced to operate in a severe biosphere for their autumn campaign - although that is in doubt.
The Scot enjoyed a decade of near total dominance in the 1990s before packing away his cue in 2012 after his form and motivation ebbed away.
Eddie Jones is gearing up for a hectic autumn schedule with no plans to perform major surgery on his England line-up - even though they face six games in seven weeks.
The flesh may be weakening but Andy Murrays spirit is as strong as ever, and on Tuesday night he produced a sensational comeback on his return to Grand Slam tennis.
PAUL NEWMAN AT EMIRATES OLD TRAFFORD It looked as if Moeen Ali, in the worst form of his international career, was somehow going be the hero but it wasnt to be.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN The president has a better relationship with Messi senior than he does with Messi junior but it will take a charm offensive of Balon dOr proportions to make a new deal over the line.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Wednesdays meetings at Wolverhampton, Lingfield, Hexham, Uttoxeter and Bath.
Jo Konta showed she is a cut above as she blitzed Heather Watson in straight sets. The world No13 was pushed all the way in a 73-minute first set which lived up to its Battle of the Brits billing.
Arsenal do not wish to lose the 25-year old but recognise any substantial fee could be utilised to strengthen Mikel Artetas squad elsewhere this summer.
For this once great sporting institution to collapse in on itself, losing time in every race and finding themselves so far off the pace they are often a lap behind, is a disaster.
Magpies captain Jamaal Lascelles and home midfielder Lewis Wing were both sent off in the match following an off-the-ball altercation - sources described it as a grappling match.
Root has been left out despite the absences of Stokes and Roy, hinting England are moving on from arguably their most technical batsman in the shorter format.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA The frontman underwent a medical on Tuesday ahead of a season-long switch to Vicarage Road and became their second signing of the summer.
Yates remains only four seconds off the lead the Tour de France but the sturdier yellow jersey prospects in the long term are held by Primoz Roglic after the pre-race favourite won the fourth stage.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY Antonio Contes relationship with Inter is hanging by a thread after just one year in charge of and failure to delivery a trophy could spell the end.
Midfield is an area United are well stocked in with Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes near certain starters and so Donny Van de Beeks arrival spells bad news for other midfielders in the squad.
Midfield is an area United are well stocked in with Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes near certain starters and so Donny Van de Beeks arrival spells bad news for other midfielders in the squad.
Leipzig want Sorloth to replace Timo Werner, following his £49m move to Chelsea, after the Norwegians stunning season on loan at Trabzonspor.
The Eagles have had two bids in the region of £2million turned down by the Tractor Boys - but Downes is determined to join the Premier League side.
Callum Wilson is waiting for Bournemouth and Newcastle to agree a deal on his proposed move to St James Park with Bruce desperate to bring in bodies after 5-1 Middlesbrough drubbing.
Parteys current deal runs until 2023, though it is reported that the financial impacts of the coronavirus pandemic have resulted in Atletico being unable to offer the player a lucrative contract extension.
Andy Murray kicks off his US Open campaign on Tuesday evening against Japans Yoshihito Nishioka in New York. Follow all the action with Sportsmails Jonathan Spencer here.
The Paris Saint-Germain striker has established himself as one of the best footballers in the world and has been on Madrids radar for some time with boss Zinedine Zidane a huge admirer.
The Paris Saint-Germain striker has established himself as one of the best footballers in the world and has been on Madrids radar for some time with boss Zinedine Zidane a huge admirer.
Sportsmail provides the latest done deals, negotiations and gossip lines from this summers extended transfer window for clubs across the Premier League and Europe.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA The veteran frontman has undergone a medical on Tuesday ahead of a season-long switch to Vicarage Road. Murray is set to become Watfords second summer addition.
ADRIAN KAJUMBA The veteran frontman has undergone a medical on Tuesday ahead of a season-long switch to Vicarage Road. Murray is set to become Watfords second summer addition.
Ian Watmore, the new head of English cricket, has criticised the ECB board for being all white - and says the 12-strong committee cannot lead the game effectively without more diversity.
Ivan Perisic signed a one-year loan deal with Bayern Munich from Inter Milan but the Bavarian giants are now looking to sign the Croatia International permanently for £11million this summer.
Ben White had attracted heavy interest from Leeds - where he shone last season on loan - and Liverpool but Brighton have been quick to tie him down to a new four-year contract.
The club had teased fans by announcing that David Luiz and Willian will be joined by a special guest in a group chat video, showing a picture of both players alongside a silhouette.
The club has teased fans by announcing that David Luiz and Willian will be joined by a special guest in a group chat video, showing a picture of both players alongside a silhouette.
The Irishman announced in July that he will be one of the athletes to take part in the 24-hour challenge on September 12 and 13. The MMA fighter cheered on Tour de France cyclists at the weekend.
Chelsea have spent £231million so far in the summer transfer window - Sportsmail work out how the Blues and Roman Abramovich have managed to spend £231 million?
Donny van de Beek is set to join Manchester United from boyhood club Ajax imminently - in what will be Red Devils manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaers first signing of the summer.
Chelsea have spent £231million so far in the summer transfer window - Sportsmail work out how the Blues and Roman Abramovich have managed to spend £231 million?
Donny van de Beek is set to join Manchester United from boyhood club Ajax imminently - in what will be Red Devils manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaers first signing of the summer.
Donny van de Beek is set to join Manchester United from boyhood club Ajax imminently - in what will be Red Devils manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaers first signing of the summer.
The 32-year-old had been earmarked as a player that could be moved on this summer in the wake of the clubs 8-2 mauling by Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Mestre hopes the two parties can hold talks, sort out their differences and avoid a parting of ways this summer despite Messi making it clear that he has no intention of playing for Barcelona again.
Mestre hopes the two parties can hold talks, sort out their differences and avoid a parting of ways this summer despite Messi making it clear that he has no intention of playing for Barcelona again.
Chelsea have spent £231million so far in the summer transfer window - Sportsmail work out how the Blues and Roman Abramovich have managed to spend £231 million?
Chelsea have spent £231million so far in the summer transfer window - Sportsmail work out how the Blues and Roman Abramovich have managed to spend £231 million?
The 19-year-old forward, handed his first senior start by boss Carlo Ancelotti in the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park in June, has made 11 Premier League appearances.
Conor McGregor and John Kavanagh formed one of the most formidable fighter-coach partnerships in UFC history. But Kavanagh revealed a time where he lost his temper with the Irishman.
The strikers contract with the sportswear company will end on August 31, as reported by Brazilian outlet Diario do Peixe , with the pair unable to agree how much he would be paid for a renewal.
The strikers contract with the sportswear company will end on August 31, as reported by Brazilian outlet Diario do Peixe , with the pair unable to agree how much he would be paid for a renewal.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY The question on the lips of every Juventus fan following Andrea Pirlos unveiling was just how would his preferred side look? It appears three at the back is his way.
Tottenham will need to up their bid for Barcelona youngster Lucas de Vega if they are to land the Brazilian this summer, according to AS. Spurs have offered around £2million for the midfielder.
Speaking on behalf of the clubs owners, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, Stan and Josh Kroenke paid tribute to Friar, saying Mr Friar epitomises everything we strive for as a club.
Having been out on loan at Heerenveen, Vitesse and Real Sociedad, it appears he has done enough to convince his old reserve boss Zinedine Zidane that he is due another crack at the first team.
Having been out on loan at Heerenveen, Vitesse and Real Sociedad, it appears he has done enough to convince his old reserve boss Zinedine Zidane that he is due another crack at the first team.
Manchester United are set to sign their first player of the summer transfer window with a £40million capture of Ajax star Donny van de Beek nearing completion.
After spells in England with Stoke and West Ham, Arnautovic made the move to Shanghai for £23million in July 2019. However, the Austria forward stated that he didnt treat the league with sufficient respect.
As reported by Cadena Ser, City are eager for Messi to help them fulfil their longstanding ambition of winning the Champions League.
After taking his fifth race win from the opening seven races of the season in Belgium, Lewis Hamilton candidly opened up on the troubles he is facing emotionally in such a turbulent year.
As reported by Cadena Ser, City are eager for Messi to help them fulfil their longstanding ambition of winning the Champions League.
After taking his fifth race win from the opening seven races of the season in Belgium, Lewis Hamilton candidly opened up on the troubles he is facing emotionally in such a turbulent year.
As talisman and club legend Lionel Messi was absent, the Dutchman was pictured alongside his squad in their first session together ahead of the new LaLiga season.
As talisman and club legend Lionel Messi was absent, the Dutchman was pictured alongside his squad in their first session together ahead of the new LaLiga season.
The 41-year-old was left badly hurt as the American beat him via unanimous decision at UFC 252 in a five-round slugfest Las Vegas - claiming he was struggling to see out of his left eye.
The financial terms for the Battle of Britain bout between Joshua and Tyson Fury have been agreed but Usyks camp insist AJ must match-up with their man first.
The positive test not only comes as a blow to Traore, but to Spain too who have now lost their second player due to the virus after Mikel Oyarzabal tested positive before.
But his partner Ann-Kathrin has remained coy on his next destination, but teased that an agreement was already in place with a cryptic response during a Q&A on her Instagram account.
Roma are discussing a move for Schick as they look to make room for Napoli striker Arkadiuz Milik, and it appears Leverkusen are planning to replace Havertz as he edges closer to Chelsea.
The 33-year-old remains embroiled in a bitter stand-off with Barcelona after he expressed his desire to leave, and it has been claimed his team-mates have largely kept silent over the situation.
The 33-year-old remains embroiled in a bitter stand-off with Barcelona after he expressed his desire to leave, and it has been claimed his team-mates have largely kept silent over the situation.
England have revealed their new home and away kit for next summers European Championship. The kit has taken inspiration from that which the Three Lions wore for the 1998 World Cup.
The 25-year-old was widely hailed as the turning point behind Uniteds improved form after his January arrival, and his eight league goals helped haul the team into the top four.
Van de Beek is set to sign a five-year deal at Old Trafford and is poised to undergo a medical in Holland, and United legend Rio Ferdinand couldnt hide his joy about the impending deal.
The 25-year-old was widely hailed as the turning point behind Uniteds improved form after his January arrival, and his eight league goals helped haul the team into the top four.
Van de Beek is set to sign a five-year deal at Old Trafford and is poised to undergo a medical in Holland, and United legend Rio Ferdinand couldnt hide his joy about the impending deal.
The midfield maestro has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League champions this summer with just one year remaining on his current deal at the Bundesliga giants.
The 30-year-old made an impact during a season-long loan at the club last season, making 37 appearances, and its understood the Serie A side are keen to bring him in on a permanent deal.
Aston Villa will rival the Magpies in their bid to sign the 28-year-old England international, who was unable to prevent the Cherries from being relegated last season.
Aston Villa will rival the Magpies in their bid to sign the 28-year-old England international, who was unable to prevent the Cherries from being relegated last season.
The bout was initially due to take place in June at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium but the coronavirus pandemic forced the contest to be postponed. However a new date has been set.
Jose Mourinhos men will take on Bulgarian side Plovdiv in the second qualifying stage on September 17 - in between Premier League games against Everton and Southampton.
A surge in cases has disrupted the pre-season preparations for several Premier League clubs this summer, but the Evening Standard have claimed Englands stars were given a clean bill of health.
Sportsmail provides the latest done deals, negotiations and gossip lines from this summers extended transfer window for clubs across the Premier League and Europe.
Sportsmail provides the latest done deals, negotiations and gossip lines from this summers extended transfer window for clubs across the Premier League and Europe.
He has long since shouldered such pressure. It was, of all people, Dennis Bergkamp who identified the potential of the boy who could yet become his son-in-law.
Lionel Messi is set on leaving Barcelona this summer and will not make a u-turn on his decision no matter what the club offer him, according to presidential candidate Toni Freixa.
He has long since shouldered such pressure. It was, of all people, Dennis Bergkamp who identified the potential of the boy who could yet become his son-in-law.
Daniel James scored three goals in his first four games as a United player but managed only one more in his next 42 appearances as his early-season form faded.
Daniel James scored three goals in his first four games as a United player but managed only one more in his next 42 appearances as his early-season form faded.
Coman, who came through the youth ranks and broke into senior football with PSG, has admitted that Neymars presence at the club would mean he would not return to Parc des Princes.
Jack Grealish has described Englands players as the best in the world after being called up to Gareth Southgates squad to face Iceland and Denmark in September.
Jack Grealish has described Englands players as the best in the world after being called up to Gareth Southgates squad to face Iceland and Denmark in September.
DEREK LAWRENSON - WORLD OF GOLF In the restless search for the missing piece that will free the mind of Rory McIlroy and allow him to complete the career Grand Slam by winning the Masters.
DEREK LAWRENSON - WORLD OF GOLF In the restless search for the missing piece that will free the mind of Rory McIlroy and allow him to complete the career Grand Slam by winning the Masters.
The positive test not only comes as a blow to Traore, but to Spain too who have now lost their second player due to the virus after Mikel Oyarzabal tested positive before.
With Stephen Kennys squad preparing to travel to Sofia for Thursdays Nations League clash, a tight schedule could prompt the 28-year-old to undergo medical checks at the Irish FA training camp.
Sir Bradley Wiggins, now retired, became the first British man to win the prestigious tour event, seen as the pinnacle of a riders career, culminating down the Champs-Elysées in Paris, in 2012.
The 23-year-old midfielder has completed his medical in Holland ahead of a £40million move to Old Trafford from Eredivisie champions Ajax. He is set to be Uniteds first signing of the summer.
The 23-year-old midfielder has completed his medical in Holland ahead of a £40million move to Old Trafford from Eredivisie champions Ajax. He is set to be Uniteds first signing of the summer.
As reported by Cadena Ser, City are eager for Messi to help them fulfil their longstanding ambition of winning the Champions League.
As reported by Cadena Ser, City are eager for Messi to help them fulfil their longstanding ambition of winning the Champions League.
As reported by Sky Sport Italia , Inter Milan are leading the race to sign Vidal, with Antonio Conte rating the Chile international highly.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Tuesdays meetings at Ripon, Kempton, Newton Abbot and Hamilton.
Manchester United are set to sign their first player of the summer transfer window with a £40million capture of Ajax star Donny van de Beek nearing completion.
Hudson-Odoi was part of the senior set-up at the previous camp in November, starting a 4-0 win in Kosovo but has now returned to the junior level.
NASSER HUSSAIN The six Eoin Morgan struck over mid-wicket in the second Twenty20 international against Pakistan to reach 50 showed how powerful he is now in other areas.
Eleven players found to have come into contact with the Frenchman were asked to sign new waivers, and given new restrictions on their movement to allow them to continue playing in the event.
Fast bowler Hazlewood says they will be using those memories of their eight-wicket humbling by England en route to the hosts first 50-over World Cup success as motivation for revenge.
Eleven players found to have come into contact with the Frenchman were asked to sign new waivers, and given new restrictions on their movement to allow them to continue playing in the event.
Fast bowler Hazlewood says they will be using those memories of their eight-wicket humbling by England en route to the hosts first 50-over World Cup success as motivation for revenge.
WORLD OF GOLF In the restless search for the missing piece that will free the mind of Rory McIlroy and allow him to complete the career Grand Slam by winning the Masters.
The 22-year-old Williams man was fortunate to escape uninjured after a rear wheel became detached from Antonio Giovinazzis Alfa Romeo and travelled into his path at 125mph.
The 22-year-old Williams man was fortunate to escape uninjured after a rear wheel became detached from Antonio Giovinazzis Alfa Romeo and travelled into his path at 125mph.
The British number one goes into the unusual match-up confirming that she was disappointed by some of the antics that went on at the Battle of the Brits team event at Roehampton a month ago.
The British number one goes into the unusual match-up confirming that she was disappointed by some of the antics that went on at the Battle of the Brits team event at Roehampton a month ago.
NIK SIMON AT THE REC Half of Wasps players were too crocked to celebrate but they could not care less. Chaos reigned as they lost four players to injury inside 34 minutes.
There was a distinct impression when Grealish was left out of the England squad last week that he did not conform to the type of neat, skilful player who tends to get the nod these days. His face did not fit.
There was a distinct impression when Grealish was left out of the England squad last week that he did not conform to the type of neat, skilful player who tends to get the nod these days. His face did not fit.
Manchester United have reignited their long-standing interest in Dayot Upamecano as they attempt to follow up the imminent capture of Donny van de Beek.
Manchester United have reignited their long-standing interest in Dayot Upamecano as they attempt to follow up the imminent capture of Donny van de Beek.
England wheeled out the big guns on Monday when handed their first opportunity this season to unite the red and white ball squads for six matches against Australia.
England wheeled out the big guns on Monday when handed their first opportunity this season to unite the red and white ball squads for six matches against Australia.
EXCLUSIVE BY CRAIG HOPE Newcastle United have sounded out corporate box holders about returning to St James Park on October 3, with clubs increasingly confident of fans return.
Late on Tuesday afternoon, The Man Who Refused To Walk Away will finally be back on a singles court in a Grand Slam amid what are, already, the strangest of circumstances.
Government officials are pleased with the success of footballs first pilot for the return of spectators and continue to work towards welcoming crowds back inside grounds from the start of October.
Government officials are pleased with the success of footballs first pilot for the return of spectators and continue to work towards welcoming crowds back inside grounds from the start of October.
Enable is the 1-5 favourite with Ladbrokes for Saturdays September Stakes at Kempton after confirmation John Gosden-trained stablemate Logician will not take her on
MIKE DICKSON There was no crowd and no atmosphere but plenty of heart on show as he took down the number nine seed, Diego Schwartzman of Argentina, 3-6 4-6 6-2 6-1 7-5.
The two clubs are working to finalise a deal for the 2020/21 campaign that is again not expected to include an option for Arsenal to buy the 24 year-old permanently.
Ibrahimovic signed the contract as he posed with technical director Paolo Maldini and chairman Ivan Gazidis after being released by the Serie A giants following the end of his previous contract.
Due to their involvement in European competition at the end of last season, Real Madrid and Getafe will start their seasons on the second matchday.
Australian Caleb Ewan timed his effort to perfection to win the third stage of the Tour de France in a bunch sprint at the end of a 198-km hilly ride through the Alpine foothills on Monday.
The Serie A side have long been linked with a move for the right back and reportedly had an opening bid of just under £13million rejected with Spurs holding out for a fee of £18m for. the Ivorian.
Sportsmail revealed on Friday that Spurs had agreed a fee with the Midlands side for the 28-year-old Republic of Ireland internationals services following a breakthrough in talks.
Ciro Immobile enjoyed a sensational 2019-20 campaign for the Biancocelesti, scoring 39 goals and providing eight assists from 44 outings, earning him the European Golden Shoe.
Thiago has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool, and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge admitted that the 29-year-old is seeking a fresh challenge as he enters the latter stages of his career.
Hakim Ziyech, a £34million signing from Ajax, was forced off early in the second half of a preseason friendly against Brighton on Saturday. Lampard said Hes got a bit of a knock on his knee.
The 38-year-old wants to take AC Milan back to where it belongs following the iconic Swedish strikers announcement that he is signing a new deal at AC Milan. He scored 10 goals in 18 matches last term.
Another international squad picked. Another omission. That is Aymeric Laportes relationship with the France national team. His countrys curious decision to do so baffles plenty of football minds.
Thiago Silva made the shock move to Premier League giants Chelsea on a free transfer and so Sportsmail runs through the best - and the worst - Premier League players to have come from Brazil.
Former Spurs star Bale has been called up to the Wales squad to face Finland and Bulgaria in the UEFA Nations League next month, having missed out on game time with Los Blancos since the restart.
Brighton admitted 2,524 supporters for Saturdays 1-1 draw against Chelsea, with strict social distancing measures in place around the ground and for seating in the sparsely populated stands.
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has refused to take a coronavirus test at the LaLiga clubs training ground which would make him available for pre-season training with the Catalan side.
The circumstances were almost identical to last years shootout loss to Manchester City and Van Dijk is keeping in mind the way things improved for the side after that curtain-raiser.
The Irish defender had some explaining to do after Tottenham supporters uncovered the previous posts from 2012 ahead of his £15million move from Wolves, which was completed on Sunday.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY OLI GAMP The Tottenham star is sinking his teeth into a new restaurant app and says hes fed up of the idea players should stick to football.
After an impressive campaign in which he scored 17 goals in 34 appearances for United, Greenwood received his first senior England callup for the games against Iceland and Denmark.
A Saturday night meeting in New York saw more than 60 of the men playing in this weeks US Open sign up for the new union designed to more clearly press their own interests.
Michael Keane has committed his future to Everton by signing a new five-year deal with the Toffees. The defender called on Carlo Ancelottis side to qualify for Europe next season.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY The question on the lips of every Juventus fan following Andrea Pirlos unveiling was just how would his preferred side look? It appears three at the back is his way.
JONATHAN MCEVOY IN SPA Lewis Hamiltons stranglehold on the 2020 drivers world championship drew ever tighter after another dominant start to finish race win in Spa.
Max Verstappen claims Sundays Belgian Grand Prix was boring as Lewis Hamilton strode to victory once again. The Red Bull driver finished in third spot, 15 seconds behind Lewis Hamilton in first.
The former Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil captain sealed his move to Stamford Bridge this week on a one-year deal with an option for a second and Frank Lampard says his leadership will be vital.
Logistical issues resulting from Covid-19 have forced Japan to withdraw, but South Africa could plug the gap left in group two that is currently filled by Scotland, Italy and France and needs a fourth nation.
The transfer window is open until October 5 - although a domestic-only one will stretch until October 16 - and there are plenty of exciting deals being thrashed out all over the country and continent
The Mercedes racer dominated once again at Spa and has now extended his lead at the top of the standings to 47 points over Red Bulls Max Verstappen, who finished in third.
Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn has come to the defence of French striker Alexandre Lacazette, saying the strikers game is about much more than just goals.
Star names have come and gone before at Barcelona - and Lionel Messi could well join that list. Here, Sportsmail takes a look back at those who left the club under a darker cloud than others.
SIMON JONES West Brom are looking to complete the signing of Wigan Athletic centre-back Cedric Kipre this week in a £900,000 deal. The 23-year-old also had an offer from Blackburn.
The Red Bull duo of Verstappen and Alex Albon endured an inconsistent afternoon, with Albon again finishing outside of the top four, leaving Hamilton to reflect on the lack of a challenge.
Donny van de Beek has told his Ajax team-mates he is signing for Manchester United, according to reports. The £45m-rated midfielder has been chased by United, Barcelona and Tottenham.
George Russell admitted to his engineers he had nowhere else to go as riding behind Antonio Giovinazzi he was met with a deluge of debris after the Alfa Romeo spun off on the Fagne chicane.
The striker has been informed by new Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman that he isnt in his plans. Barcelona will have to pay a significant fee to get Suarez off their books.
Robbed of injured talisman Odsonne Edouard, the Parkhead boss saw his side crash out of the Champions League to Ferencvaros in midweek after midfielder Ryan Christie started up front.
Kai Havertz has missed Bayer Leverkusens performance tests over the weekend as he closes in on a transfer to Chelsea. He did attend the clubs HQ for two coronavirus tests.
The 27-year-old faces a re-trial after he was found guilty of assaulting police, verbal abuse and attempted bribery while holidaying on the island of Mykonos with friends this month.
NIK SIMON AT KINGSHOLM In the end, four tries from Ollie Thorley were just about enough. The Gloucester winger broke Premiership records in the first-half.
WILL KELLEHER AT THE STOOP With Quins picking their first team and Northampton largely trusting their exciting kids this pitched English old versus new in front of Eddie Jones.
MIKE DICKSON Several of his compatriots, such as Richard Gasquet, were immediately told to confine themselves to their hotel rooms after the test was discovered.
Forwards Jonny Hill and Sam Simmonds both scored hat-tricks as Exeter extended their lead at the top of the Premiership table to 14 points with a nine-try demolition of Worcester at Sandy Park.
Marcelo Bielsa broke the clubs transfer record by signing striker Rodrigo from Valencia in a £35million deal before securing defender Robin Koch for £11.5m from German side Freiburg.
The jockey enjoyed a memorable Ebor Festival at York, with six winners highlighted by sprint sensation Battaashs Nunthorpe victory as part of a fabulous Friday four-timer.
CHRIS FOY - WORLD OF RUGBY Bath can take another important step towards changing their unwanted status as the perennial under-achievers of the professional era in English rugby.
England manager Gareth Southgate is considering reverting to the three at the back system that helped his team secure a fourth-placed finish at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
DOMINIC KING Arsenal always had it within them to become paralysed in a big game or throw something away. That was the Arsenal Arteta inherited and that was what he had to change.
MIKE DICKSON Eighteen months on from his emotional appearance at the 2019 Australian Open, the 33-year-old and his resurfaced hip will tackle Japans Yoshihito Nishioka in the US Open first round.
DAVID KENT Mitchelton-Scott rider Yates caught a two-man breakaway of Alaphilippe and Switzerlands Marc Hirschi on the final climb with 10kilometres to go in Nice.
The Test captain scored 64 off 40 balls - including two sixes and seven fours - then took two wickets with his spin. He is trying to make a case for inclusion in the T20 World Cup.
Arsenal fans were full of praise for manager Mikel Arteta after he showed off some of his old skill during Saturdays Community Shield showdown at Wembley.
STEPHEN MCGOWAN AT CELTIC PARK The pressures on Neil Lennon to secure ten-in-a-row are great enough. Starting a home league game without a recognised striker is a quick way to add to the list.
Lewis Hamilton cruised to victory at the Belgian Grand Prix and then admitted it was so boring he would have sent himself to sleep.
MARTIN KEOWN Say what you want about the Community Shield - whether you think it is a trophy or a glorified friendly - but the act of securing silverware is never a bad habit to have.
The errant missile, from Antonio Giovinazzis Alfa Romeo, still clipped Russells own left-front tyre and bounced away. Only slightly shaken, the helpless victim of circumstance walked out.
LAWRENCE BOOTH AT OLD TRAFFORD Morgan described this series as a chance for the outer circle to join the inner sanctum. Sometimes, though, if you want a job done, you may as well do it yourself.
CHRIS SUTTON Ainsley Maitland-Niles was pivotal in Arsenal winning the Community Shield at Wembley on Saturday - even his penalty was the epitome of cool
LAWRENCE BOOTH AT OLD TRAFORD Morgan declared himself in the form of his life after inspiring England to their highest T20 run-chase on home soil with a superb 66 off just 33 balls.
Long and Harvey are usually to be found next to one another on the practice ground at the Kendleshire golf club near Bristol. Two weeks ago, they were in a duel for the midweek medal.
The six-week UK summer swing on the European Tour ended on a resoundingly positive note with an exciting play-off victory for Hojgaard in the ISPS Handa UK Championship.
Jurgen Klopp has expressed disappointment that teams will only be able to make three substitutions next season and believes the decision will impact on player welfare.
Fulham have held further talks with Benfica over a deal for Florentino Luis. The Cottagers are offering around £2m for a loan fee with the option to buy the midfielder for £25m.
Eugenie Le Sommer, Saki Kumagai and Sara Bjork Gunnarsdottir fired record-breaking Lyon to their fifth successive Womens Champions League title with a 3-1 win over Wolfsburg in Spain.
Watford striker Danny Welbeck is attracting interest from Southampton and Crystal Palace. The Selhurst Park club are also considering a move for QPR winger Bright Samuel .
Arsenal are ready to reconsider their plans to sell Ainsley Maitland-Niles during this transfer window after the youngsters emergence as a key player for the club.
According to The Mirror , Aubameyang has agreed a new £250,000-per-week deal with the Gunners in a huge boost for Mikel Arteta with the club hoping to announce the deal ahead of their season opener.
Klopp, despite vowing to take a full season out to spend time with his family after leaving Borussia Dortmund, has revealed how Liverpool snapped him up in a new BBC documentary.
The Anfield talisman had revealed his discontent with the lack of progress at Anfield in a press conference, and openly admitted to contemplating leaving his boyhood club.
Nottingham Forest are expected to sign young Benfica midfielder David Tavares on a loan deal which will also include an option to buy the 21-year-old.
The 26-year-old midfielder spent the majority of last term on loan at Turkish side Galatasaray, but will now return to Premier League action with promoted Fulham.
DEREK LAWRENSON Rahm looked to have stolen a victory with a wonderful final round 64, leaving Johnson needing to hole an unlikely birdie putt from all of 40ft on the 18th to force extra-time.
The additions of goalkeeper Joe Hart, Wolves defender Matt Doherty and Southampton midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg can be seen as smart purchases by Jose Mourinho.
The Old Trafford club, who return to pre-season this week, have identified the midfielder as a key summer signing and will press ahead with a deal in the coming days.
The £71.6million goalkeeper appeared to be heading for the exit this summer after he was left out of the squad for the FA Cup final and a Champions League clash at Bayern Munich.
The Gypsy King, who holds the WBC heavyweight belt, filmed himself repeating the phrase You Big Dosser! as he awaits his trilogy fight with the American.
The highly-rated 18-year old has attracted attention from some of Europes biggest club while he progressed from the Zagrebs academy to their first team.
LaLiga have dealt a blow to Lionel Messis desire to leave Barcelona after the Spanish top-flight confirmed he is not able to leave on a free transfer this summer amid interest from Manchester City.
BORIS BECKER Novak Djokovic has taken a lot of criticism during the lockdown period and, knowing him as I do, he will be even more motivated than ever to win the title.
IAN HERBERT You could see what the BBC were up against when a Phil Tufnell segment on the rules of Twenty20. Both sides bat and bowl for 20 overs. The team with the most runs wins.
The Black Lives Matter slogan has attracted controversy because the UK branch of the movement has been accused of anti-semitic tropes and says it exists to dismantle capitalism.
There was already drama brewing between Lionel Messi and Barcelona even before a ball had been kicked in the heavy Bayern Munich defeat, defender Jerome Boateng has sensationally claimed.
We are well into this summers transfer window and clubs across Europe are still working hard to ensure their squads are ready for the fast approaching 2020-21 campaign.
Ahead of the new campaign in September, Sportsmails wise men MARTIN KEOWN and CHRIS SUTTON give their predictions and discuss the key talking points.
Paris Saint-Germain stars Angel Di Maria and Leandro Paredes have cut short their holidays in Ibiza to return to the club and undergo coronavirus testing, according to sources in France.
Premier League champions Liverpool have been handed a brutal start to the defence of their title with games against Leeds, Chelsea and Arsenal to begin the 2020-21 season.
Fans were unable to attend games over the summer due to the Governments ban on mass gatherings but an easing of restrictions has given hope they could be back from October 1.
The Premier League fixtures for the 2020-21 season have been revealed, with the opening weekend throwing up a huge fixture between champions Liverpool and newly-promoted Leeds.
After a year like no other, a day that all football fans look forward to is finally upon us... the reveal of the Premier League fixtures. Sportsmail has chosen 10 to look forward to the most.
The build-up to the new Premier League season has begun in earnest after the fixtures for the 2020-21 campaign were released. Keep track of all the pre-season action with our handy guide.
Sportsmail will keep you-up-to-date with all the ins and outs of senior players at your Premier League club throughout the summer transfer window right up until deadline day.
Sportsmail will keep you up-to-date here over the summer with all the official match strip releases (and a few of the leaked ones) from every Premier League side.
An unbeaten restart secured the top four for United and after impressing with their attacking displays, Matic thinks the top prize should be the ambition for next season.
EXCLUSIVE BY ADRIAN KAJUMBA Southampton want to secure the future of their star striker Ings after he produced the best season of his career which has also earned him an England recall last week.
The masked ball is rolling and those at Brighton who helped supporters end their six-month exile from the Amex Stadium want to ensure the momentum is not lost.
Deschamps named his squad for their UEFA Nations League matches against Sweden and Croatia earlier this week and what was evident was the wealth of talent he has to pick from.
The Italian lured Kante away from Premier League winners Leicester when he was Chelsea boss in 2016. And Conte wants to sign the 29-year-old midfielder again.
John Reid, the man who coached Hollie Doyle in her early days as an apprentice jockeys, says she has the ability to establish herself as a permanent fixture on the biggest stages in the sport.
Sportsmails racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Fridays meetings at Sandown, Ripon and Southwell.
NATHAN SALT AT THE LAMEX STADIUM Until three weeks ago, Stevenage did not know for sure if they could call themselves a Football League club for the 2020-21 campaign.
EXCLUSIVE BY STEPHEN MCGOWAN Celtic are poised to tie up a one-year loan deal for Republic of Ireland central defender Shane Duffy. Sportsmail first revealed Celtics interest in Duffy.
The former Liverpool front man is set to leave the Nou Camp this summer, after being told by new manager Ronald Koeman that he is not in his plans moving forward.
Matteo Guendouzi has been absent from Arsenals squad since their defeat at Brighton last season, and it appears to have continued as he was left out of the squad for the Community Shield win.
There were positive signs for the Scot last week as he beat world number seven Alexander Zverev in a tough encounter before eventually succumbing to Milos Raonic in the third round.
The esteemed star died this weekend aged just 43 after a tragic, and secretive, battle with colon cancer - and Hamilton has joined a flood of high-profile sports stars to have penned heartfelt respects.
After logging into Twitch for a live stream, Aguero refused to mention his international team-mates name, while also deciding to mute the words Messi, Leo and GOAT from the live video.
The battle-hardened trio came together over the weekend as Tyson, who has been training since March for the bout, continued to put in the work for his exhibition contest.
The 39-year-old, who officially retired last summer following a trophy-laden career, could not help the side avoid defeat as they were beaten 3-2 by North Greenford United.
Timothy Castagne plays predominantly as a right-back, but is equally as adept on the left, and Leicester City see him as a the ideal replacement to fill the void left by Ben Chilwell.
UFC star Jon Jones has been putting in the hard yards to make the step up from light heavyweight to heavyweight. He has uploaded a clip from his weights session over the weekend onto Twitter.
Conor McGregor and John Kavanagh formed one of the most formidable fighter-coach partnerships in UFC history. But Kavanagh revealed a time where he lost his temper with the Irishman.
Kepa Arrizabalaga had a poor 2019-20 season in which he was dropped numerous times by manager Frank Lampard. This has resulted in speculation the 25-year-old could be sold.
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski still has three years left on his contract at the Allianz Arena, but insisted that will not be his last deal and has backed himself to extend his career.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has confirmed that Evertons move to sign Brazilian midfielder Allan will be announced imminently. Carlo Ancelotti is also looking to sign James Rodriguez.
The 28-year-old was heavily linked with a move back to former club Barcelona before the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, but has now confirmed he will remain at PSG.
Striker Lewandowski enjoyed a sensational 2019-20 season, scoring 55 goals in 47 matches and was tipped to be in with a huge chance of winning prestigious prize before it was cancelled.
Lionel Messis name is once again splashed all over the Spanish front pages after LaLiga chiefs threw their backing behind Barca on Sunday evening regarding the status of his release clause.
Stuttgart supporter Tim Artmann has set up a fundraising page with a target of €900million (£805m) to try to stump up the cash for the Bundesliga side to acquire the Argentine international.
The Merseyside club ended their 30-year wait for a top-flight title this summer, which built on their Champions League triumph from the season before.
Manchester United are looking to sign RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano this summer, according to reports. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking for a centre-back partner for Harry Maguire.
West Bromwich Albion have opened talks with Watford over their interest in striker Troy Deeney. Sportsmail revealed the Baggies interest in the Hornets star last week and negotiations have begun.
Thiago Silvas agent Paulo Tonietto claims that Paris Saint-Germain lost two-years of progress the day they appointed Unai Emery back in 2016. The Spaniard left the club in 2018.
With both England and Spain starting up their forthcoming domestic campaigns on September 12, Italy have clarified their position to fall in line with the same weekend for the start of the Bundesliga.
The 27-year-old has shone for the Gunners in recent months following an injury to Bernd Leno, keeping nine clean sheets in 23 games last season after the Premier League restart.
Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal has hit out at his own club for only having 13 professional players and hinted at his displeasure of having so many young youth products in the first-team.
Tottenham will face Bulgarian minnows Lokomotiv Plovdiv in their opening fixture of the 2019-20 Europa League campaign.
Crystal Palace have been eager to convince midfielder Conor Gallagher to join them and have instigated talks with Chelsea and the players representatives.
Jason Roy has been absent from the ongoing Twenty20 series against Pakistan because of a left side strain and will miss the three sprint format games against Australia in September too.
Sheffield United are showing an interest in Reading forward Yakou Meite as Chris Wilder looks to bolster his strikeforce ahead of the new season. The Ivorian scored 17 goals last term.
Ferrari struggled for pace all weekend at the Belgian Grand Prix finishing way down in 13th and 14th positions. It comes a year after Charles LeClerc won for Ferrari at the very same track.
Aside from Lewis Hamiltons procession from pole to the race win, Spa threw up a handful of other intriguing sub-plots including Ferraris demise and Renaults rise. Here are things we learned.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, 31, scored the opening goal of the game and the winning penalty as the Gunners overcame Liverpool on penalties at Wembley on Saturday.
Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Ajax star Donny van de Beek for £40m. The Red Devils are looking to clear room to make way for the 23-year-old Dutch midfielder.
Several huge moves could still go through before the deadline with Kai Havertz, Jack Grealish and Thiago Alcantara just a handful of players who may be pulling on new shirts next season.
RB Leipzig manager Julian Nagelsmann was previously looked after by Marc Kosicke, who counts Premier League winning manager Jurgen Klopp among his clients, before electing to change agents.
WILL KELLEHER AT THE STOOP Another Premiership match bereft of meaning or drama limped by unremarkably - but for Sarries it was a useful tune-up before Leinster on September 19.
The Catalan giants appointed Ronald Koeman as Quique Setiens successor on a two-year deal earlier this month following a miserable season.
The tests were carried out ahead of Atalantas Monday return to training ahead of the new season, due to start on September 19. The players were not named, and Atalanta said training went ahead.
Villa have struggled to make progress in their attempts to reunite Ollie Watkins with his former Brentford boss Dean Smith and are ready to pursue a move for Callum Wilson.
Van de Beek is poised to join United for £40million and sign a five-year contract. The 23-year-old will receive a significant increase on his current £30,000-per-week wages.
Messi, who is eager to secure a move away, didnt report for coronavirus testing on Sunday and wasnt present as training started on Monday.
Conte is willing to sell Christian Eriksen and is hoping for a fee around £44million, according to reports. He has managed to score just once and provide two assists from 17 Serie A matches
The Spaniard, 34, opted for a move back to his homeland and recently donned the Sociedad strip for the first time as he arrival was officially announced. He will wear the No 21 shirt.
The Croatian was one of several Barca stars who were told they were not part of new manager Ronald Koemans plans moving forward at the Nou Camp. He has agreed a two-year deal with Sevilla.
PETE JENSON IN SPAIN With both sides failing to agree on a single thing and LaLiga getting involved in the bitter row, Sportsmail unpicks the claims, counter-claims, contracts and clauses.
Mesut Ozil, whose current deal at the Emirates Stadium expires in 2021, has been subject to an approach from the Saudi Pro League outfit based in Riyadh.
The Gunners terminated Mkhitaryans contract by mutual consent to allow him to join Roma on a free transfer, as reported by the clubs official website.
Chelsea have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz after his manager confirmed he has had his final training session at the club.
EXCLUSIVE BY DAVID COVERDALE The T20 match on BBC One raked in an impressive 17.3 per cent share of Sunday afternoons TV audience, with an average viewership of 1.7m.
Jurgen Klopps approach of easing players slowly into his world of football is tried and tested. Fabinho and Andy Robertson proved huge successes, and now another star is set to follow suit.
Grealish was a surprise omission from the original squad following his brilliant form for Aston Villa last season. But Rashfords withdrawal has opened the door to the Villa skipper to join the set-up.
SAM BLITZ Lionel Messis transfer away from Barcelona is set to be one of the biggest transfers football has seen - not even the finances of the deal could outweigh its significance.
After spells in England with Stoke and West Ham, Arnautovic made the move to Shanghai for £23million in July 2019. However, the Austria forward stated that he didnt treat the league with sufficient respect.
As talisman and club legend Lionel Messi was absent, the Dutchman was pictured alongside his squad in their first session together ahead of the new LaLiga season.